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Steinlen Cat

Cover for Les Chansons de Montmartre

Cover for Les Chansons de Montmartre

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in New York, NY

He was very found of animals, especially cats, and often included them in his posters. Steinlen's cats proved so popular, in fact, that they became a trademark of his work.

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1890s Art Nouveau Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Steinlen, Unique Vintage Poster, Coffee Chocolate Tea, Mother Daughter Cat, 1895
Steinlen, Unique Vintage Poster, Coffee Chocolate Tea, Mother Daughter Cat, 1895

Steinlen, Unique Vintage Poster, Coffee Chocolate Tea, Mother Daughter Cat, 1895

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Very Rare Original Vintage Poster-Steinlen-Coffee Chocolate Tea-Cat, 1895 In this family-friendly lithograph for the chocolate and tea company Compagnie Française des Chocolats et T...

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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Posters

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Paper

Lying Cat
Lying Cat

Théophile-Alexandre SteinlenLying Cat, circa 1905

$10,586

H 5.12 in W 10.01 in D 6.82 in

Lying Cat

Located in PARIS, FR

Steinlen was also the specialist of cats, which he drew without tiring, in all their fantasy, playing, asleep or angry.

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1920s Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Winter Cat on a Cushion Poster  Lithograph by Steilen
Winter Cat on a Cushion Poster  Lithograph by Steilen

Winter Cat on a Cushion Poster Lithograph by Steilen

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Pasadena, CA

lIthograph poster after Steinlen .He was a cat lover, and the animals appeared in his drawings, posters and paintings throughout his career.

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Early 20th Century Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Prochainement, Tournée du Chat Noir avec Rodolphe Salis; Black cat.
Prochainement, Tournée du Chat Noir avec Rodolphe Salis; Black cat.

Prochainement, Tournée du Chat Noir avec Rodolphe Salis; Black cat.

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in La Canada Flintridge, CA

The print size is 51x33 inches. The Black Cat: The central figure of the poster is a stylized black cat with an intense gaze, sitting against a bold red background.

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1990s Art Nouveau Animal Prints

Materials

Color

A black cat playing with a Snowman, from Le Chat Noir
A black cat playing with a Snowman, from Le Chat Noir

A black cat playing with a Snowman, from Le Chat Noir

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Fairlawn, OH

A black cat playing with a Snowman, from Le Chat Noir Gillotage chromotype, 1898 Signed in the image lower right (see photo) Cats were a symbol of freedom and bohemia in Montmartre, ...

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1890s Impressionist Animal Prints

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Other Medium

A black cat and a cute little Dutch girl, from Le Chat Noir
A black cat and a cute little Dutch girl, from Le Chat Noir

A black cat and a cute little Dutch girl, from Le Chat Noir

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Fairlawn, OH

A black cat and a cute little Dutch girl, from Le Chat Noir An impression of this image is in the collection of the de Young/Legion of Honor Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco from Le...

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1890s Impressionist Animal Prints

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Other Medium

"Kitten Went in the Night" (A black cat playing with broom and Halloween ghost)
"Kitten Went in the Night" (A black cat playing with broom and Halloween ghost)

"Kitten Went in the Night" (A black cat playing with broom and Halloween ghost)

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Fairlawn, OH

"Kitten Went in the Night" (A black cat playing with broom and Halloween ghost) from Le Chat Noir Gillotage chromotype, 1898 Signed in the image lower right Cats were a symbol of fr...

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1890s Impressionist Animal Prints

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Other Medium

Interior of Tramway

Interior of Tramway

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in New York, NY

Although he is famed for his fin de siecle posters (and for his cats!), Steinlen’s work throughout his career was marked by strong social consciousness.

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1890s Impressionist Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

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Egyptian Cat
Egyptian Cat

Egyptian Cat

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in London, GB

A rare, fine quality, early twentieth century bronze model of a Seated Egyptian Cat by Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (Swiss, 1859 - 1923).

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Early 1900s Figurative Sculptures

Angora Cat
Angora Cat

Angora Cat

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in London, GB

A rare, fine quality, early twentieth century bronze model of a 'Seated Angora Cat' by Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (Swiss, 1859-1923).

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Early 1900s Figurative Sculptures

Cat with arched back
Cat with arched back

Cat with arched back

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in London, GB

A rare, fine quality, early twentieth century bronze model of a Cat with Back Arched by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen.

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Early 1900s Figurative Sculptures

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Portrait of an artist, drawing
Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Portrait of an artist, drawing

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Portrait of an artist, drawing

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, FR

In the most successful of them (« Le lait pur de la Vingeanne » et le « Fer Bravais ») he imposed, relevant or not, the presence of cats. In 1901, Steinlen worked for L'Assiette au ...

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1890s Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Two studies of a woman, drawing
Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Two studies of a woman, drawing

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Two studies of a woman, drawing

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, FR

In the most successful of them (« Le lait pur de la Vingeanne » et le « Fer Bravais ») he imposed, relevant or not, the presence of cats. In 1901, Steinlen worked for L'Assiette au ...

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1890s Realist Portrait Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal

La Libératrice (The Deliverer)

La Libératrice (The Deliverer)

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Fairlawn, OH

Signed in the stone lower right; titled in the stone below image Published by Sagot, Paris (their blindstamp lower right) Reference: Ernest de Crauzat, L'Oeuvre Gravé et Lithog...

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Early 1900s Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Lait pur stérilisé de la Vingeanne by Théophile Steinlen, Cat lithograph, 1896
Lait pur stérilisé de la Vingeanne by Théophile Steinlen, Cat lithograph, 1896

Lait pur stérilisé de la Vingeanne by Théophile Steinlen, Cat lithograph, 1896

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Chicago, IL

Théophile Steinlen's daughter Colette and their three cats were his inspiration for this advertisement for the advent of pasteurized milk from the La Vingeanne region of France.

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1890s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

L'Hiver-Chat sur un Coussin (Winter Cat)

L'Hiver-Chat sur un Coussin (Winter Cat)

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in New York, NY

He was very found of animals, especially cats, and often included them in his posters. Steinlen's cats proved so popular, in fact, that they became a trademark of his work.

Category

Early 1900s Art Nouveau Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Animalier French Cast Bronze Study of a Seated Cat by Théophile Steinlen
Animalier French Cast Bronze Study of a Seated Cat by Théophile Steinlen

Animalier French Cast Bronze Study of a Seated Cat by Théophile Steinlen

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in London, GB

Steinlen Théophile Alexandre Steinlen (November 10, 1859 – December 13, 1923), was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker.

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Antique Early 1900s French Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Rare Theophile Steinlen Bronze Sculpture, circa 1900, "Chat Allonge" Edition 10
Rare Theophile Steinlen Bronze Sculpture, circa 1900, "Chat Allonge" Edition 10

Rare Theophile Steinlen Bronze Sculpture, circa 1900, "Chat Allonge" Edition 10

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Beautiful vintage bronze sculpture by Theophile-Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) for the cat aficionado. The Steinlen signature is seen on the base as well as the edition size: 6 of 1...

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Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Men at the Pont du Carrousel, drawing
Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Men at the Pont du Carrousel, drawing

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Men at the Pont du Carrousel, drawing

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, FR

In the most successful of them (« Le lait pur de la Vingeanne » et le « Fer Bravais ») he imposed, relevant or not, the presence of cats. In 1901, Steinlen worked for L'Assiette au ...

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1890s Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Carbon Pencil

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Study of a street in Paris, drawing
Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Study of a street in Paris, drawing

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923) Study of a street in Paris, drawing

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, FR

In the most successful of them (« Le lait pur de la Vingeanne » et le « Fer Bravais ») he imposed, relevant or not, the presence of cats. In 1901, Steinlen worked for L'Assiette au ...

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1890s Impressionist Landscape Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal

Milk : Girl with Cats - Lithograph (Les Maîtres de l'Affiche), 1897
Milk : Girl with Cats - Lithograph (Les Maîtres de l'Affiche), 1897

Milk : Girl with Cats - Lithograph (Les Maîtres de l'Affiche), 1897

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, IDF

Théophile Alexandre STEINLEN Girl with Cats (Lait Pur sterilise), 1897 Stone lithograph Printed signature in the plate On vellum Size 39 x 29 cm (c. 15.3 x 11.4") Authenticated wit...

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1890s Art Nouveau Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

CLINIQUE CHÉRON Lithograph, Girl with Cats, Dogs, Vintage French Advertising 58"
CLINIQUE CHÉRON Lithograph, Girl with Cats, Dogs, Vintage French Advertising 58"

CLINIQUE CHÉRON Lithograph, Girl with Cats, Dogs, Vintage French Advertising 58"

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Union City, NJ

CLINIQUE CHÉRON is a fine art lithographic re-creation after the original 1905 vintage French advertising poster created by Théophile Steinlen for the veterinary CLINIQUE CHÉRON Fran...

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1990s Art Nouveau Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Théophile Alexandre STEINLEN. Seated Angora Cat
Théophile Alexandre STEINLEN. Seated Angora Cat

Théophile Alexandre STEINLEN. Seated Angora Cat

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H 4.93 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in

Théophile Alexandre STEINLEN. Seated Angora Cat

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, FR

Théophile Alexandre STEINLEN (1859-1923) Chat angora assis (Seated Angora Cat) Patinated bronze proof, numbered 30, lost wax process A.A Hébrard foundry.

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Antique 19th Century Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

"Steinlen - Musee de Montmartre Paris" Art Nouveau Cat Original Poster

"Steinlen - Musee de Montmartre Paris" Art Nouveau Cat Original Poster

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Boston, MA

Above all, he was known for his love of cats which became his favorite poster subject. The beautiful cats in this poster are adapted from Steinlen's 1894 lithograph "A la Bodinière".

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1970s Art Nouveau Prints and Multiples

Materials

Lithograph

Original 1896 Chat Noir Poster by Steinlen for the Black Cat French Cabaret

Original 1896 Chat Noir Poster by Steinlen for the Black Cat French Cabaret

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Los Gatos, CA

Steinlen’s poster features a black cat, crowned with a saintly red halo inscribed with the motto “Montjoye Montmartre” which proclaims Chat Noir’s allegiance to the Bohemian heart of...

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Antique 1890s French Posters

Materials

Paper

The black cat

The black cat

By Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Located in Paris, FR

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen (November 10, 1859 – December 13, 1923) was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker.

Category

Early 1900s Impressionist Animal Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Charcoal

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Steinlen Cat For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate steinlen cat for your needs in our varied inventory. You’re likely to find the perfect steinlen cat among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those made as recently as the 20th Century. Adding a steinlen cat to a room that is mostly decorated in warm neutral tones can yield a welcome change — find a piece on 1stDibs that incorporates elements of beige, brown, gray and more. There have been many interesting steinlen cat examples over the years, but those made by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen are often thought to be among the most thought-provoking. Frequently made by artists working in lithograph and charcoal, these artworks are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much is a Steinlen Cat?

The price for an artwork of this kind can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — a steinlen cat in our inventory may begin at $750 and can go as high as $16,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,903.

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen for sale on 1stDibs

Theophile Alexandre Steinlen was born in Lausanne in 1859. He was naturalized French in 1901. He was a painter, engraver, illustrator, poster artist and sculptor. Before settling in Paris, he made a detour to Mulhouse where one of his uncles placed him in the studio of one of the best lithographers of the time. He settled definitively in Montmartre in 1881. Willette introduced him to his companions of the Cabaret du Chat-Noir animated by Rodolphe Salis. He met Toulouse-Lautrec, Forain, Léandre, Debussy, Eric Satie, Verlaine, Alphonse Allais and Aristide Bruant. He took part in the performances of the famous cabaret's shadow theater with animal stories and, most often, sequences featuring cats, for which he has a particular affection. The felines will appear throughout his activity as "parentheses" in a tormented work. There is, in this torment, the expression of no personal problem but a painful compassion for the lives of the exploited and marginal beings. He painted and drew idylls, balls and bastrings, workers, kids and gosselin, the poor, the little workers, girls and marlous. He sometimes made posters. In the most successful of them (« Le lait pur de la Vingeanne » et le « Fer Bravais ») he imposed, relevant or not, the presence of cats. In 1901, Steinlen worked for L'Assiette au beurre , the most virulent satirical newspaper ever published and takes readily to target the institutions of the 3rd Republic. His works are found in numerous Public Collections, such as Petit Palais in Geneva, Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, and the National Gallery of Art in Washington.