Queen Cat with Mouse
Mixed media print or decorative painting on paper • Signed lower right, likely a contemporary decorative artist specializing in anthropomorphic animal portraits
Style & Movement
Contemporary Kitsch / Anthropomorphic Animal Art
Medium & Technique
Decorative mixed media, likely print reproduction enhanced with hand-painting or pigment details
Creation Period
Contemporary (late 20th to early 21st century)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated medium format, approximately 12 x 16 inches, portrait orientation, matted and framed
Subject Description
An anthropomorphic long-haired grey tabby cat dressed in opulent Renaissance or Elizabethan royal attire, complete with an elaborate lace ruff collar, crown, jeweled necklaces, and a dark patterned gown with yellow sleeves. The cat holds a globe-like orb in one paw and a small grey mouse in the other, humorously mimicking traditional royal portraiture.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good, clean surface under glass with no apparent fading, tears, or structural damage to the visible artwork
Estimated Market Value
$30 - $75
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50
Provenance History
Modern decorative art market, mass-produced or limited-release item manufactured in China as indicated by owner information
Art Historical Significance
Represents the popular contemporary genre of anthropomorphic animal portraiture, subverting historical royal portrait conventions for humorous and decorative appeal
Notable Features
Humorous pastiche of historical Tudor/Elizabethan portraiture featuring a detailed feline subject holding a tiny mouse and an orb, complete with elaborate jeweled ornamentation
Condition Issues
No significant condition issues observed; standard modern framing materials
Conservation Recommendations
Display away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of pigments; standard indoor climate control
Collector Notes
made in china