{"product_id":"pair-of-antique-louis-wain-cat-prints-in-carved-wooden-frames-early-20th-century","title":"Pair of Antique Louis Wain Cat Prints in Carved Wooden Frames, Early 20th Century","description":"\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully characterful pair of early 20th-century printed illustrations by celebrated British artist Louis Wain, best known for his humorous scenes of cats behaving just like people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted in a striking palette of red and black, both illustrations show groups of cats gathered in richly detailed domestic interiors. The patterned wallpaper, folding screen, framed pictures, plants and upholstered furniture offer a delightful glimpse of a traditional British home reimagined for its feline inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook closely and even the chairs and tables have elegant cabriole legs, a wonderfully appropriate detail in a household occupied entirely by cats. It is precisely this kind of playful observation that makes Louis Wain’s illustrations so enjoyable to revisit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach illustration includes a printed Louis Wain signature within the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching wooden frames are another particularly appealing feature. Their slim borders are decorated with a repeating geometric carved pattern that gives them a subtly bamboo-inspired appearance. The warm brown finish works beautifully with the red and black illustrations, while the small scale makes the pair easy to display together or incorporate into a larger gallery wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe old glass, backing boards and hanging fittings remain in place, preserving the wonderfully authentic appearance of the pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two prints are sold together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair of early 20th-century Louis Wain printed illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelieved to date from around 1900 to the 1920s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumorous domestic scenes featuring anthropomorphic cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted in a striking red and black palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted Louis Wain signature within each image\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching carved wooden frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeating geometric pattern with a subtly bamboo-inspired appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld backing boards and hanging fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSold as a pair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSize\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(W) 15cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(H) 19cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(D) 1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn good antique condition with a beautifully aged appearance. The prints show some foxing and gentle rippling to the paper, while the carved wooden frames remain in very good condition, with only a few tiny chips to the reverse corners. The paper tape on the backs shows wear consistent with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to all photographs for further details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted paper, glass, carved and stained wood, card and paper backing, metal hanging fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Wain","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":65348990304605,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/9838\/9341\/files\/Pair-of-Antique-Louis-Wain-Cat-Prints-in-Carved-Wooden-Frames-Early-20th-Century-2.jpg?v=1784823614","url":"https:\/\/myhappylondonhome.co.uk\/products\/pair-of-antique-louis-wain-cat-prints-in-carved-wooden-frames-early-20th-century","provider":"My Happy London Home","version":"1.0","type":"link"}