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French Oil Painting - The Cat's Meow

Circa 1940

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Whimsical oil on paper painting of a tabby cat resting on a rug and backed by large abstract cat forms, circa 1940. Signed lower left. Original artwork on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border. Archival plastic sleeve and Certificate of Authenticity included. Artwork, 19.5"H x 17.25"W; mat, 30"H x 24"W.
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1940
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30 in (76.2 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    wear and creasing upper left.
  • Gallery Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 10852D1stDibs: LU10421190253

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