Lithograph-letterpress print; 'Cats' Louis Wain, 1920's

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One of Louis Wain's reknowned cats. Louis Wain; 1860-1939, English;Wain created hundreds of illustrations featuring cats. He produced designs for over 600 postcards. His father died when Louis was 20, leaving him to be the sole supporter of his family. It is believed that he suffered from schizophrenia. A hand finished woodblock/letterpress print which is bright and unfaded in black ink, the image size measuring approximately 18 cms. x 12 cms. ( 7� x 5 ins) on a grey paper sheet. Signed in the image purchased within a folio of Wain prints bought at local auction. This print is not a modern reproduction and is blank on the reverse. Unmounted and unframed, the condition of the image and sheet is good tipped in to a white card backing sheet. *** Good Luck With Your Bidding!! *** Cat; 080316-1-1 For U.K. Overseas payments by Paypal please. Payment is expected within seven days. I ship Worldwide. Overseas bidders please request a shipping estimate. Internationally shipped items over $100 will require insurance. I always wrap, pack and post with proof of postage certificate. U.K. items normally posted 1st Class Signed For, which includes insurance to GBP36.00, please ask for additional postal insurance if required. Please note, by� bidding on this item you are making a commitment to purchase. Please ask all relevent questions read more

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