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Louis Wain cats - Why don t you learn your lessons?
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Louis Wain cats - Why don t you learn your lessons?
Louis Wain cats - Why don t you learn your lessons?
1898
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1898 Cats Comical Humanised Learn Lessons Teacher Wain
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Why don't you learn your lessons?
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This intriguing question is posed by a young woman in a Victorian-era dress, her eyebrows furrowed in concern as she addresses a group of mischievous Louis Wain cats. The year is 1898, and the comical scene unfolds in this delightful photograph print from the Mary Evans Picture Library. Louis Wain (1860-1939) was a British artist renowned for his unique and humorous depictions of cats. His humanised feline characters, with their expressive faces and quirky personalities, captured the imagination of the public during the late Victorian and early Edwardian eras. In this image, Wain's cats are shown in various playful poses, seemingly oblivious to the young woman's admonishments. One cat sits atop a chair, another peeks out from behind a book, and yet another leans against a table, all with mischievous grins on their faces. The cats' humanised features, combined with their whimsical clothing and accessories, add to the overall sense of humor and playfulness. The woman, dressed in late Victorian attire, wears a serious expression and holds a ruler, emphasizing the educational setting. Her presence serves to highlight the cats' disobedience and the importance of learning, even as the cats seem to mock the notion. This photograph print, with its charming blend of humor, human connection, and a touch of the surreal, is a testament to the enduring appeal of Louis Wain's cats and the joy they bring to audiences over a century after they were first created. Whether used as decorative art or as a conversation starter, this image is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.
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