Cats in fine art

Victorian fine art became very popular at the turn of the century, with the theme of kittens leading the way, every type of kitten was painted from the fluffy 'chocolate box kitten' to the litter in friendly banter. Here is a few examples of Feline inspired fine art.

 

Fluffy Kittens

Jean-Francois Portaels, 1818-1895

 

Who is the fairest of them all?

Frank Paton, 1856-1909

 

Mischief in the air

Louis Eugene Lambert, 1825-1900