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Illustration by Louis Wain, showing cats as humans being weighed before a horse race
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Illustration by Louis Wain, showing cats as humans being weighed before a horse race
Illustration by Louis Wain, showing cats as humans being weighed before a horse race. Date: 1901
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Cats Humans Jockey Jockeys Kittens Wain Weigh Weighed Weighing Weight 1901
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Title: "The Weighing In: A Feline Derby" by Louis Wain (1901) This delightful illustration by renowned British artist Louis Wain, dated 1901, showcases a unique blend of anthropomorphism and whimsy as it depicts cats acting as humans preparing for a horse race. The scene takes place in a grand, ornate room filled with an air of excitement and anticipation. Cats, dressed in colorful jockey outfits, are being weighed before the race, their expressions ranging from determined to curious. The room is adorned with various racing paraphernalia, including a large scale, a jockey's weighing saddle, and a clock counting down the minutes until the race begins. In the background, a crowd of spectators, consisting of other cats and kittens, eagerly watch the proceedings, some even placing bets on their favorite feline jockeys. Louis Wain's distinctive artistic style, characterized by his use of intricate patterns and fluid lines, brings the scene to life with a charming and playful energy. The artist's love for cats is evident in every detail, from the cats' expressive faces to their meticulously crafted outfits. This illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century feline culture and the enduring appeal of the horse race as a popular sporting event. The image not only showcases Wain's exceptional artistic talent but also his ability to breathe life into the ordinary, transforming cats into human jockeys for an unforgettable racing experience.
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