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Lucy Dawson
English mod British Pencil study of a cat by a window Watching Raindrops

circa 1930

$1,250
£951.99
€1,095.87
CA$1,791.35
A$1,959.98
CHF 1,011.34
MX$23,470.52
NOK 12,839.47
SEK 12,029.35
DKK 8,183.87

About the Item

Lucy Dawson (British, 1870–1954) Watching Raindrops (“Whisky”), circa 1950 Pencil on paper, inscribed and titled This delicate pencil study by Lucy Dawson, also known by her artist’s name “Mac,” captures the quiet charm and expressive personality of a seated cat titled “Whisky.” Executed with Dawson’s characteristic sensitivity and economy of line, the drawing conveys both form and temperament with remarkable simplicity. The subject, a cat perched by a window and absorbed in watching falling raindrops, reflects Dawson’s keen gift for observing the natural grace and individuality of animals. Her line is confident yet soft, describing the curve of the back and tilt of the head with lyrical precision. The work’s inscription and light tonal shading enhance its intimacy, transforming a casual domestic moment into a quietly poetic image. Lucy Dawson was one of Britain’s most beloved animal artists of the early 20th century, renowned for her portraits of dogs and cats drawn in pastel, pencil, and etching. Her work was widely reproduced in books and prints during the 1930s–1950s, celebrated for its warmth, character, and immediacy of observation. Presented in a gilt-edged frame and sympathetic mount, Watching Raindrops exemplifies Dawson’s timeless appeal—an affectionate glimpse of everyday companionship rendered with elegance and restraint.
  • Creator:
    Lucy Dawson (English)
  • Creation Year:
    circa 1930
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
    the painting is in perfect original condition.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507317045212

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