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Théophile Steinlen, "Black Cat and Cigar", 1898, Antique print from "Cats"

Sale price¥88,000

It was intriguing, but also exciting! -- A silent comic masterpiece that will have you laughing at the adventures of the black cat.

Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen, who lived in Paris at the end of the 19th century, was a rare artist who captured the entire essence of cats: their grace, whimsy, and curiosity. This work, "Black Cat and a Cigar (Ça Brûle = Hot!)," is one of several silent cartoons included in the collection "Cats (Des Chats)," published in 1898.

A black cat is interested in a cigar he found on the roadside. He sniffs the smoke, approaches it slowly, and when he touches it with his front paw, he goes, "Ouch!" He becomes flustered, hops around, spins around, and finally walks away with a look of regret on his face.

Even though there are no lines, the continuous expression makes it seem as if you can hear the cat's "language" in each frame, clearly demonstrating Steinlen's high level of observation and descriptive ability. The swaying smoke, the jumping movements, and each and every gesture have a sense of rhythm that is still found in modern animation.

This photo is humorous and adorable, and somehow reminds us of our own failures, bringing cats and humans closer together.


Information

Artist: Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen
Title: Black Cat and Cigar (Ça Brûle)
Year of production: 1898
Condition: Antique print, 1 piece
Size: Approx. 41 x 29 cm


Artist / Title: Théophile-Alexandre Steinlen / Ça Brûle (Antique Print, 1898)

*The frame in the image is for reference only. Please contact us regarding framing.


Related links

If you would like to know more about the works, please visit Ribo Antiques' special page (separate site).

Black Cat and Steinlan (another site)

The first art book in Japan to feature Steinlen's cats, "Steinlen, the Black Cat Cartoonist," is also on sale now!
Black cat cartoonist Stanlan

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--All genuine, all original.


This work is an original antique print made over 100 years ago.

All works sold at Rivoli Antiques are genuine works of artistic value that were printed at the time, and are not later reproductions or copies.

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Théophile Steinlen, "Black Cat and Cigar", 1898, Antique print from "Cats" Sale price¥88,000

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