Vintage White Cat Woodcut Print by Julie de Graag, 1917

A cat art print reproducing Dutch artist Julie de Graag’s White Cat, dated 1917 in the listing, with a feline and historical animal-illustration theme.

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White Cat by Julie de Graag

Bring an interest in historical animal illustration into your home with this reproduction of Julie de Graag’s White Cat, dated 1917 in the listing. The Dutch artist’s feline subject makes it a thoughtful choice for a bedroom, reading corner or gallery devoted to cats. It offers a personal connection for anyone who enjoys both animal imagery and historical graphic art.

About the print

The listing identifies the source artwork as a woodcut. That description refers to the historical work, while the product supplied here is a contemporary giclée reproduction on paper. It is not an original 1917 woodcut impression, a hand-carved printing block or an antique printed sheet. Enjoy it as decorative artwork without assigning an unverified breed or identity to the cat. De Graag’s Dutch identity is retained rather than describing the work as Japanese art.

A personal feline gallery

Imagine placing the print beside a favourite chair, with warm wooden furniture, softly textured cushions and a few treasured books nearby. Its cat theme can make the room feel personal without requiring every accessory to share the same motif. The recorded black, beige and white palette provides a simple starting point for coordinating companion artworks and smaller decorative accents.

The small option can join an established grouping, while the large format gives the artwork a more prominent position. Pair it with other historical cat illustrations to explore different artists’ approaches to a familiar subject, or introduce contrasting animal studies for a wider nature-led collection. Matching frames can connect individual pieces while allowing their differences to remain part of the appeal. Consider the available wall area and usual viewing distance before choosing a size, particularly when arranging artwork above furniture. It can also make a thoughtful gift for a cat lover who enjoys vintage illustration.

Paper, printing and finish

Produced using giclée printing on quality 200gsm art paper, with a matte finish.

Pair it with

Build a feline gallery with Steinlen’s Le Chat et la Pelote, Georges Lemmen’s Cat and Steinlen’s Cat and Kitten (1920), exploring contrasting approaches to cat illustration alongside de Graag’s graphic woodcut.

Explore more feline artwork

Discover complementary illustrations in our vintage cat prints collection.