{"product_id":"five-cats-pastel-drawing-in-the-manner-of-louis-wain-the-curious-quintet","title":"Five Cats Pastel Drawing In The Manner Of Louis Wain – The Curious Quintet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e21st Century Five Cats Pastel Drawing In The Manner Of Louis Wain – The Curious Quintet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA charming original 21st-century feline drawing portraying five expressive cats, including a magnificent tortoiseshell with attitude. In the manner of Louis Wain, signed verso.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal 21st-century feline drawing, medium pastel on textured board.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the manner of Louis Wain (1860–1939).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContemporary Naïve Art with Whimsical Feline Illustration influences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive individual feline personalities arranged in a humorous group portrait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo Sphynx-type cats, two black cats and a central tortoiseshell-tabby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe central cat affectionately described as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Queen of Tortitude\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich charcoal, russet, copper, cream and dusty-pink colouring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSigned verso, apparently \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShawna Woodfield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; artist unverified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecently professionally reframed in decorative gilt-finish moulding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivately loaned and exhibited at the Famous Lord Hill Museum, 23–25 October 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed dimensions: 46.75 × 36.5 × 2.5 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn engaging contemporary animal drawing capturing five distinctly individual cats in a charmingly theatrical group portrait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist combines softly blended colour, expressive feline features and gentle humour to create a composition filled with warmth and personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Unidentified contemporary artist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignature: Apparently \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShawna Woodfield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, verso; identity unverified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStylistic attribution: In the manner of Louis Wain (1860–1939).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Curious Quintet – Five Cats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (modern descriptive catalogue title).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: 21st century; undated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium: Believed to be pastel on textured board; provisional identification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassification: Original pastel drawing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtistic Style: Contemporary Naïve Art with Whimsical Feline Illustration influences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre: Figurative Animal Art \/ Feline Portraiture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock Number: CAK-SK-5023.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue Note – The Five Feline Personalities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist brings together five wonderfully individual feline characters, each distinguished by its appearance, posture and expressive personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Curious Observer – Grey Sphynx-Type Cat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the far left, a slender grey Sphynx-type cat raises one front paw inquisitively. Its prominent ears, elongated neck and alert expression suggest playful curiosity, as though preparing to investigate something beyond the composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Watchful Guardian – Black Domestic Shorthair-Type Cat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeside it sits an elegant black cat with bright golden eyes and a small pale chest marking. Its upright posture and neatly positioned paws convey dignity, composure and quiet vigilance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Queen of Tortitude – Central Tortoiseshell-Tabby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe undisputed star of the composition is a magnificent tortoiseshell-tabby whose richly patterned coat combines warm copper, burnt orange, charcoal, brown and cream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer rounded figure, curled tail, narrowed eyes and wonderfully downturned mouth give her an unmistakable air of feline superiority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe appears thoroughly unimpressed by her companions, as though presiding over the gathering with considerable authority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis humorous characterisation recalls what cat enthusiasts affectionately call \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003etortitude\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a popular expression for the supposedly independent and opinionated personality of tortoiseshell cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mysterious Companion – Black Domestic Shorthair-Type Cat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo the right sits a second black cat, its dark coat and quietly watchful expression contrasting with the central tortoiseshell's commanding personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts compact posture and subtly narrowed eyes suggest a reserved, contemplative character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Unimpressed Gentleman – Grey Sphynx-Type Cat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompleting the quintet is another grey Sphynx-type cat, distinguished by its prominent ears, softly wrinkled appearance and rounded abdomen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts relaxed seated stance and half-lidded gaze create an amusing impression of dignified indifference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these five characters transform a simple group portrait into an affectionate study of feline individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe character names are modern descriptive interpretations assigned by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® and are not represented as names established by the artist. Breed identifications are visual comparisons only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour, Composition and Artistic Technique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drawing is characterised by a harmonious palette of charcoal black, smoky grey, coppery russet, burnt orange, ochre, soft cream and dusty rose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe softly mottled background provides a gentle contrast to the darker feline figures, allowing their individual expressions to command attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe central tortoiseshell introduces the richest concentration of colour and forms the natural focal point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface appears to exhibit granular pigment, softly blended tonal transitions and expressive drawing-like marks consistent with pastel techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine linear details suggest whiskers, ears, eyes and paws, while broader passages of colour establish the contrasting feline forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe precise medium has not been independently confirmed through technical examination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtistic Style and Louis Wain's Illustrative Influence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drawing combines contemporary naïve art with the whimsical qualities of traditional British feline illustration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts simplified anatomical forms, exaggerated facial features and individualised expressions recall the artistic approach associated with Louis Wain (1860–1939).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWain was a celebrated British artist and illustrator whose imaginative depictions of cats frequently endowed his subjects with recognisably human personalities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe present drawing recalls this tradition through its playful arrangement, humorous expressions and affectionate observation of feline character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe central tortoiseshell's wonderfully unimpressed expression is particularly evocative of the humorous qualities associated with Wain's illustrations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe work is an independent 21st-century composition, not an identified published illustration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe designation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein the manner of Louis Wain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a stylistic comparison only. No direct connection with Wain, his studio or a particular composition has been established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Signature and Artist Research\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse bears a handwritten signature appearing to read \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShawna Woodfield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResearch has not established a verifiable biography or independently attributable body of work under this name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist's identity remains unconfirmed, and alternative readings of the signature are possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarlier ownership unidentified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrest Co-operative Ltd, Llandudno Junction, Conwy, North Wales.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcquired by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD on 14 October 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubsequently professionally reframed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal acquisition documentation retained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExhibition History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23–25 October 2026 – The Famous Lord Hill Museum, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivately loaned and exhibited by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrame and Presentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecently professionally reframed in decorative gilt-finish moulding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe warm golden colouring complements the drawing's soft pastel palette and traditional feline subject.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFramed: 46.75 cm Wide × 36.5 cm High × 2.5 cm Depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVisible Artwork: 40 cm Wide × 30 cm High.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll measurements are approximate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original drawing presents attractively overall, with the five-cat composition clearly visible and its expressive details retained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface exhibits fine granular texture and softly blended colour passages consistent with the provisionally identified pastel medium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe recently fitted decorative frame presents well overall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe precise nature of the support, previous conservation history and stability of the pigment have not been independently established. No professional conservation or technical materials examination has been undertaken.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease examine the detailed photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the condition description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished References\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLouis Wain (1860–1939), comparative stylistic reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal handwritten signature verso.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrest Co-operative Ltd acquisition documentation, 14 October 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD exhibition record, 23–25 October 2026.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo published reference specifically identifying the present drawing or confirming its artist has been established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwing to the framed presentation of the artwork, it will be professionally packaged using appropriate protective materials and dispatched fully insured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational buyers are welcome. Please contact us for a destination-specific delivery quotation or to discuss any particular shipping requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artwork will be supplied with a Certificate of Sale \u0026amp; Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®, recording the artwork's catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated, exhibition history and details of the sale. This document accompanies the work as part of its ongoing ownership and provenance record.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttribution and Research\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis, dating and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®. They are offered in good faith as informed scholarly assessments based upon the available physical evidence, historic inscriptions, comparative research, published reference material and our experience within the international fine art market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese observations should be understood as professional opinions rather than definitive statements of fact or guarantees of authorship, attribution, date, origin, provenance, artist identity, precise medium, feline breeds, stylistic relationship to Louis Wain or historical interpretation. As with all works of art, future documentary discoveries, technical examination, conservation analysis or advances in academic research may refine, expand or revise current interpretations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecialising in carefully curated British and European fine art, antiques and historic works of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery artwork is professionally researched and catalogued using comparative scholarship, published reference material and more than two decades of experience within the international fine art market. 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