cats in art
The California Town Named After Wild Cats
Caitlin Dempsey
Los Gatos lives up to its name with its many artworks dedicated to California wild cats, the mountain lion and the bobcat, as well as the domestic cat.
Role of Cats in Medieval Manuscripts
Caitlin Dempsey
In medieval Europe, scribes often included cats in the margins and drawings of manuscripts.
The Cats of Gottfried Mind
Caitlin Dempsey
Nicknamed the "Cat Raphael", Swiss artist Gottfried Mind was known for his meticulously rendered illustrations and paintings of cats.
What is the Oldest Photograph of a Cat?
Caitlin Dempsey
The oldest known photographs of cats date to around 1840 to 1860.
Early 20th Century Photographers Loved to Dress Up Cats
Caitlin Dempsey
Early 20th century cat photographers enjoyed creating whimsical scenes with felines.
