Old Cat

About this work

This is a close-up of a cat’s head, its mouth wide open in a fierce snarl. The fur looks rough and textured, almost like it’s made of stone or bark. The cat’s eyes are half-lidded, giving it a wild, untamed look. The print has a grainy, uneven surface that makes the cat seem carved from rough material. It’s not colored—just black and white—so the focus is on shapes and shadows. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum to see more prints like this.