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The Playful Family.
The Playful Family.

The Playful Family.

Printer (American, 1840 - 1867)
Publisher (American, 1840 - 1867)
Date1840-1844
MediumLithography; printer's ink and watercolor on wove paper
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 8 3/16 x 9 7/8in. (20.8 x 25.1cm) Sheet (height x width): 9 13/16 x 9 7/8in. (24.9 x 25.1cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
Object number1995.182.98
DescriptionA group of four cats, a cat and three kittens, plays around a wooden footstool with a leather or upholstered top. The cat is crouched on top of the stool while the kittens play beneath it. One kitten plays with a straw or twig, the other two reach up towards their mother. A dish is in the left background.
Status
Not on view
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