Black Cat Collection (#3)

Black cat sitting up, front view

Crouching black British Shorthair Cat (Felis sylvestris catus), front view

CAT - Black long haired cat
JD-23654 CAT - Black long haired cat John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cat - Black Bombay sitting down
LA-5278 Cat - Black Bombay sitting down Jean-Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Standing black cat (Felis silvestris catus) wearing a red cat collar, side view

Black Kitten

May Belfort (poster), 1895 (colour lithograph)
XIR901540 May Belfort (poster), 1895 (colour lithograph) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Musee Toulouse-Lautrec, Albi, France; (add.info.: May Belfort (affiche)

May Belfort, France, 1895
BAL7016 May Belfort, France, 1895 by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; French, out of copyright

Poster for l Exposition de Tableaux et Dessins de A. Willette. Cheret, Jules (1836-1932), French painter and lithographer who became a master of Belle Epoque poster art

Poster advertising an exhibition of the Collection du Chat Noir cabaret
XIR41527 Poster advertising an exhibition of the Collection du Chat Noir cabaret at the Hotel Drouot, Paris, May 1898 (colour litho) by Steinlen

First Flowers, from Leisure Hour, 1888 (engraving)
XJF315784 First Flowers, from Leisure Hour, 1888 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

The Living Room, 1920 (oil on canvas) (detail of 148757)
XKH259721 The Living Room, 1920 (oil on canvas) (detail of 148757) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 90x150 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Esprit de Baculard d Arnaud, 1776 (oil on canvas)
XIR246445 Esprit de Baculard d Arnaud, 1776 (oil on canvas) by Greuze, Jean Baptiste (1725-1805); 65x54 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts et d Archeologie, Troyes

Humbugging or Raising the Devil, 1800 (colour litho)
XIR176278 Humbugging or Raising the Devil, 1800 (colour litho) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; English, out of copyright

The Living Room, 1920 (oil on canvas)
XKH148757 The Living Room, 1920 (oil on canvas) by Kirchner, Ernst Ludwig (1880-1938); 90x150 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

Life Magazine Spooks Number 1909

Whisky, a three year old golden retriever is rather worried for Boko, a twelve week old black kitten who has just been given to the Foxwell family of Sidcup, Kent

A cat stands watch over an Austin van in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. 1936

Biscuits iced and shaped as a ghost and a black cat, close up

Black kitten (Felis sylvestris catus) playing with red ball of wool

Cut out black paper cats

Cat - Markets of Trajan - Rome - Italy
LA-8897 Black CAT on wall Markets of Trajan - Rome - Italy Jean-Michel Labat contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

KITTEN - Kittens playing together
JD-22613 KITTEN - Kittens playing together John Daniels contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Sable American Burmese Cat
LA-8750 Sable American Burmese Cat Jean-Michel Labat contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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"Black Cat: A Snippet of Life with a Witch and her Feline Companion" In the cozy room, a witch sits in contemplation, her black cat by her side. Together, they create an enchanting atmosphere that exudes mystery and magic. The black cat rules this domain, its piercing eyes reflecting ancient wisdom. Outside the realm of witches and spells, a black cat walks gracefully on a Buddha statue in Wat Pho. Symbolizing good luck and protection, this feline presence adds an unexpected twist to the serene temple grounds. Transporting us back in time, we witness history unfold through art. In "A Flood, " an oil painting from 1870, a resilient black cat navigates treacherous waters with grace and resilience. Gatuela emerges as both survivor and symbol of hope amidst chaos. From illustrations in old books to postcards depicting witches preparing potions; the allure of the black cat transcends generations. In "The Weird Sisters, " their role in Macbeth's tragic tale is captured vividly through color lithography - their mysterious aura captivating our imagination. And even within fairy tales like Sleeping Beauty, where christenings are joyous occasions filled with light-heartedness; there exists an illustration showcasing the unconventional presence of a witch accompanied by her loyal black cat. Whether it be as companions to witches or guardians against evil spirits - these glimpses into the world of black cats remind us that they hold a special place within our collective consciousness. They embody mystique while simultaneously offering comfort and protection – forever entwined in folklore and legend.