Calico Cat Art Print by Edward Penfield (1890s)

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A calico cat for your vintage-art collection

Celebrate a favourite feline subject with this reproduction of Edward Penfield’s calico cat illustration from the 1890s. Its named artist and domestic-animal theme make it a personal choice for a reading nook, study or gallery wall devoted to cat art. Choose it as a connection with a much-loved companion or bring it into a collection exploring historic animal illustration.

About the artwork

Penfield was an American illustrator known for his economical lines and poster designs. This cat subject offers another way to explore his work beyond commercial poster themes. The 1890s context gives the reproduction a historical identity, providing a starting point for comparing feline illustrations by different artists from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Create a corner with feline character

Imagine displaying the print beside your favourite reading chair, with warm wooden furniture, a soft blanket and a shelf of books completing the setting. It can introduce a cat-themed connection into an everyday room without requiring the entire space to follow one decorative style. The recorded beige, green and red palette provides a starting point for coordinating accessories or companion prints in related tones.

A smaller format can join an established gallery arrangement, while a larger print gives the calico subject a more prominent place. Pairing it with other feline works creates a shared animal theme while allowing different artists and dates to sit together. For someone who enjoys cats or American illustration, it can also make a thoughtful gift connected with their interests.

Paper, printing and finish

This product is a reproduction, not an original 1890s artwork. It is produced using giclée printing on 200gsm matte art paper, offering a matte paper surface for your chosen display. Select a print-only version if you would like to use your own frame, or choose a framed option with a black wooden frame and white mount. Consider the available wall space and surrounding furniture before choosing your size.

Choose your size

• Small: 11 × 14 in, available as a print only or framed.
• Medium: 12 × 16 in, available as a print only or framed.
• Large: 18 × 24 in, available as a print only or framed.
• Framed options include a black wooden frame and white mount. Select your preferred size and finish above.

Pair it with

Continue your feline gallery wall with Steinlen’s Le Chat et la Pelote (1885), Georges Lemmen’s Cat (c. 1900), and Steinlen’s Cat and Kitten (1920). These companion prints explore the same domestic subject through different artists and compositions.

Explore more feline artwork

Discover complementary illustrations for your gallery wall in our vintage cat prints collection.