Gwen John Sketch Of A Seated Cat Old Wales Welsh Artist Painting Postcard

ABIZVAC3 A stunning undated but modern origin reproduction published postcard and souvenir from one of London's leading museums of this antique Sketch Of A Seated Cat work of art by Gwen John with further details and museum logo on reverse capturing all the character of the Gwen John antique original unused and mint.

"... The "Sketch of a seated cat" (circa 1904–1908) is an intimate, widely celebrated pencil and watercolour artwork by the Welsh artist Gwen John. he model for this specific sketch is believed to be her beloved pet tortoiseshell cat, whom she acquired in 1904 while living at 19 Boulevard Edgar Quinet in Paris and named after the street. Her cats served as readily available, free models when she could not afford to hire human sitters. The cat is portrayed in profile, facing away from the viewer. It is lit by a sharp, strong light from the right that casts a soft shadow onto a faded red wall behind it.The artwork masterfully blends quick, expressive form with delicate color. The legs, back, and ears of the cat are roughly outlined in pencil, while broad washes of watercolour capture the tortoiseshell texture and the cat's stark white front..."