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Two musical cats on a German greetings postcard
Two musical cats on a German greetings postcard -- Songs without Words (a pun on a work by Mendelssohn). Date: circa 1890s
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Two Musical Cats: A Melodic Duo from the Late Victorian Era (circa 1890s) This charming postcard, featuring two feline friends engaged in a musical performance, hails from the late Victorian era of the 1890s. The image, reminiscent of the popular anthropomorphic art of the time, exudes a delightful blend of humor and whimsy. The white and ginger cats, standing proudly before a grand harp and sheet music, appear to have mastered the art of music. Their expressive faces and body language suggest a deep connection, as if they are sharing a secret or a special bond. The ginger cat, with a quizzical look on its face, seems to be reading the sheet music, while the white cat, with a mischievous grin, plucks the strings of the harp. The title "Songs without Words" adds an extra layer of meaning to this playful scene. A pun on the famous work by Mendelssohn, this title highlights the cats' ability to convey emotion and meaning through their music, without the need for spoken words. The intricate details of the cats' fur, the delicate harp, and the ornate frame of the postcard all contribute to the overall aesthetic of this late Victorian treasure. The use of anthropomorphism, where animals are given human characteristics, adds to the comic and humorous tone of the image. This postcard, with its musical cats and pun-filled title, is a delightful reminder of the lighter side of the Victorian era and the enduring appeal of music and animals.
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