The Black Cat — December, 1890s

The Black Cat, December is a wonderfully distinctive American magazine poster from the 1890s. A poised black cat wearing an ornate collar and circular “5 cents” charm occupies the center of the composition, surrounded by generous cream-colored space and bold red-orange title panels.

The dramatic combination of black, warm red-orange, and naturally aged cream gives the design remarkable graphic presence. Elegant period typography, simplified illustration, and the cat’s memorable expression make this an appealing example of late nineteenth-century American poster design, particularly suited to vintage, literary, feline, and eclectic interiors.

Artwork Details

• Artist/Creator: Unidentified
• Title: The Black Cat, December
• Original title: The Black Cat, December
• Series: Artist poster filing series, Library of Congress
• Date: Between 1890 and 1900
• Period: Late 19th century
• Place of Origin: United States
• Medium: Color print, poster format

Framed Print Details

• Fine art printing: Professional 12-color fine art printing technology produces vivid, accurate colors with strong tonal depth and significantly greater nuance than standard 4-color inkjet printing.
• Paper: Smooth premium matte paper with a clean, glare-free finish.
• Paper weight: 200 gsm (80 lb).
• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mils).
• Frame material: Durable pine wood.
• Frame dimensions: Approximately 20 mm (0.79 in) deep and 10–14 mm (0.4–0.6 in) wide.
• Protection: Shatterproof plexiglass protects the print while keeping the framed artwork lightweight.
• Ready to hang: A hanging kit is included, allowing the framed print to be mounted directly on the wall.
• Available sizes: Offered in a range of sizes to suit different spaces.
• Materials: Printed using FSC-certified paper and wood where available.
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