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Vintage Sitting Cat Print by Jean Bernard, 1813
Vintage Sitting Cat Print by Jean Bernard, 1813
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A cat art print reproducing Jean Bernard’s A Sitting Cat, dated 1813 in the listing, with a feline and historical animal-study theme.
Product details
| Artwork authenticity | Reproduction |
|---|---|
| Colour | Black, Animal, Gray |
| Material | 200gsm Matte Art Paper |
| Printing method | Giclee |
| Theme | Animals, Cats |
| Art style | Illustrative |
| Orientation | Vertical |
| Art movement | Realism |
A Sitting Cat by Jean Bernard
Bring an interest in historical animal studies into your home with this reproduction of Jean Bernard’s A Sitting Cat, dated 1813 in the listing. Its feline subject makes it a thoughtful choice for a reading nook, bedroom or living-room gallery. For a cat lover, it offers a personal connection through a familiar animal rather than a purely decorative theme.
About the print
This reproduction connects classic sketchbook imagery with the tradition of observational animal illustration. The seated-cat subject provides a useful starting point for comparing different artists’ approaches to feline character, from individual studies to groups of cats. The supplied product is a contemporary paper reproduction, not an original 1813 drawing, an antique sketchbook page or a hand-drawn artwork. No particular breed or identity is assigned to the cat, and the modern giclée printing method is separate from the medium of the historical source.
A personal feline collection
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 that everyday corner feel personal without requiring every accessory to share the same motif. A reading-room display might bring together several animal studies, while a bedroom gallery could connect this print with other favourite feline subjects.
The small format can join an established arrangement, while the medium option gives the artwork a little more space within a display. Pair it with Bernard’s other cat study for an artist-led grouping, or introduce contrasting illustrations to explore different periods and approaches. 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 selecting your size, particularly when arranging artwork above furniture. It can also make a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys cats and historical illustration.
Paper, printing and finish
Produced using giclée printing on quality 200gsm art paper, with a matte finish.
Pair it with
Continue the artist-led pairing with Jean Bernard’s Cat study. Add Steinlen’s Three Sleeping Cats (1898) and Cat and Kitten (1920) for a feline gallery connected by quiet poses and observational animal illustration.
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