Mother cat lying upon cushion playing with her three kittens below. Duplicate title, different image (2004/D03/146 FAC #4797) – dogs in image.

Currier & Ives produced two versions of this print, one with kittens and with puppies. These types of images, called sentimental prints, were popular as decoration in household parlors or children’s rooms and promoted domestic tranquility.

Object Creator

Currier, Nathaniel (American, 1813-1888)

Object Creation Date

Undated

Medium

Hand-colored lithograph

Dimensions

14 x 9 3/4 inches

Credit

Gift of Lenore B. and Sidney A. Alpert supplemented with Museum Acquistions Funds

Accession Number

2004.D03.230

On View?

No

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