Two kittens at a table on a greetings postcard

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Two kittens at a table on a greetings postcard

Two kittens at a table, one of them writing, on a greetings postcard. Date: circa 1890s

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Step back in time with this charming late Victorian-era postcard image of two adorable kittens engaged in a playful writing session. Dressed in dainty collars and sitting at a quaint table adorned with a red checkered cloth, the tabby and ginger kittens seem to be taking their correspondence very seriously. One kitten, with a quill pen in paw, concentrates intently over an inkpot and a stack of paper, while the other looks on with curiosity, perhaps considering its own response. The scene exudes a sense of whimsy and delight, transporting us to a simpler time when communication was a more personal and laborious process. The intricate details of the table setting, from the delicate china to the ornate inkpot, add to the overall charm of the image. This postcard, circa 1890s, is a testament to the enduring appeal of cats as beloved companions and the importance of correspondence in connecting people across great distances. The image invites us to imagine the stories behind the letters being written, and to appreciate the joy and connection that can be found in the smallest of moments.

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