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Louis Wain Collection

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Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Tea Party at Napsbury (w/c)

A Tea Party at Napsbury (w/c)
BON76813 A Tea Party at Napsbury (w/c) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); 22.9x29.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: by Louis Wain); Photo © Bonhams, London, UK

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Edwardian postcard of a cat playing a guitar with three other cats and a kitten, c

Edwardian postcard of a cat playing a guitar with three other cats and a kitten, c
3604941 Edwardian postcard of a cat playing a guitar with three other cats and a kitten, c.1910 (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Edwardian postcard of two cats hugging each other, c. 1910 (colour litho)

Edwardian postcard of two cats hugging each other, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3604899 Edwardian postcard of two cats hugging each other, c.1910 (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Edwardian postcard of a cat playing the piano and the other singing while a third is

Edwardian postcard of a cat playing the piano and the other singing while a third is
3604944 Edwardian postcard of a cat playing the piano and the other singing while a third is peeping c.1910 (colour litho) by Wain

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Edwardian postcard of two cats hugging each other, c. 1910 (colour litho)

Edwardian postcard of two cats hugging each other, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3604898 Edwardian postcard of two cats hugging each other, c.1910 (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Victorian greeting card of applea falling on two cats at a picnic, c

A Victorian greeting card of applea falling on two cats at a picnic, c
3603495 A Victorian greeting card of applea falling on two cats at a picnic, c.1880 (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Victorian greeting card of kittens cowering in fear at the sight of a cat dressed as

A Victorian greeting card of kittens cowering in fear at the sight of a cat dressed as
3603454 A Victorian greeting card of kittens cowering in fear at the sight of a cat dressed as Father Christmas, c.1880 (colour litho) by Wain

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Victorian Christmas card of two cats in a bathtub while two mice play with a bar of

A Victorian Christmas card of two cats in a bathtub while two mice play with a bar of
3603423 A Victorian Christmas card of two cats in a bathtub while two mice play with a bar of soap, c.1880 (colour litho) by Wain

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Victorian greeting card of a two cats, one taking a tumble

A Victorian greeting card of a two cats, one taking a tumble
3603428 A Victorian greeting card of a two cats, one taking a tumble and the other looking startled, c.1880 (colour litho) by Wain

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Edwardian Christmas postcard of two affectionate cats, c. 1910 (colour litho)

Edwardian Christmas postcard of two affectionate cats, c. 1910 (colour litho)
3604900 Edwardian Christmas postcard of two affectionate cats, c.1910 (colour litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A print of a cats Christmas party by Louis Wain with an anthropomorphized father cat

A print of a cats Christmas party by Louis Wain with an anthropomorphized father cat
3604223 A print of a cats Christmas party by Louis Wain with an anthropomorphized father cat dressed as Father Christmas surround by small cats and a Christmas tree, c.1890 (colour litho) by Wain

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)

Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)
730487 Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Wain Cats.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)

Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)
730485 Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Wain Cats.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A group of porcelain vases shaped as stylised animals, 20th century (porcelain, enamel)

A group of porcelain vases shaped as stylised animals, 20th century (porcelain, enamel)
1195061 A group of porcelain vases shaped as stylised animals, 20th century (porcelain, enamel) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); 14.5 (approx) cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Victorian die cut three dimensional greeting card of cats in uniforms playing musical

A Victorian die cut three dimensional greeting card of cats in uniforms playing musical
3605938 A Victorian die cut three dimensional greeting card of cats in uniforms playing musical instruments, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of cats wearing human clothes holding music

A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of cats wearing human clothes holding music
3605701 A Victorian die-cut shape Christmas card of cats wearing human clothes holding music sheets and singing, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Louis Wains Owls (litho)

Louis Wains Owls (litho)
1628302 Louis Wains Owls (litho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Wains Owls. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, Summer Number 1895)

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)

Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)
730486 Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Wain Cats.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)

Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho)
730481 Louis Wain Cats (chromolitho) by Wain, Louis (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Wain Cats.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Background imageLouis Wain Collection: Louis Wain at his drawing board, 1890s. Artist: Anonymous

Louis Wain at his drawing board, 1890s. Artist: Anonymous
Louis Wain at his drawing board, 1890s. Found in the collection of Bethlem Royal Archives


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"Louis Wain: The Whimsical World of Feline Art" Step into the enchanting world of Louis Wain, a renowned artist whose imagination brought cats to life in the most delightful and unexpected ways. In an Edwardian postcard, we witness a cat orchestra where one strums a guitar while three others and a tiny kitten join in harmony. Another postcard captures two cats embracing each other tenderly, their love radiating through the vibrant colors of lithography. Wain's creativity knows no bounds as he paints another scene on yet another postcard - a cat tickling the ivories while its companion belts out a melodious tune; meanwhile, a third feline listens intently. A Victorian greeting card portrays apples cascading onto two unsuspecting cats at a picnic, capturing their startled expressions perfectly. In another whimsical moment captured on canvas, kittens cower in fear as they encounter an impeccably dressed cat who seems to have taken on an intimidating persona. On a Victorian Christmas card, two mischievous mice playfully engage with two bathing cats amidst festive cheer. The artistry continues with an image showcasing two cats engaged in playful antics resulting in one taking an amusing tumble. An Edwardian Christmas postcard depicts affectionate felines basking in holiday spirit and warmth. One cannot overlook Wain's masterpiece - "A Cat's Christmas Party, " where anthropomorphized father cat presides over merry festivities among his feline companions. Chromolitho prints further showcase Wain's talent for bringing these captivating creatures to life. With every stroke of his brush or pen, Louis Wain invites us into his imaginative realm where cats become characters full of personality and charm. His legacy lives on through these timeless artworks that continue to captivate hearts even today.