Tournée du Chat Noir by Théophile Steinlen, 1896
Tournée du Chat Noir, originally published in 1896, is one of the most iconic pieces by the Swiss artist Théophile Steinlen. This piece is not only a remarkable example of art nouveau but also an evocative poster that exudes the vibrant culture of late 19th-century bohemian Paris.
And now, for the first time in over a century, you can acquire a unique, personalised art print of Tournée du Chat Noir. Your print will be meticulously handcrafted at The Unique Maps Co. workshop and then produced on luxuriously thick archival matte paper, ensuring it remains unfaded and pristine for decades to come.
Théophile Steinlen, an accomplished artist, was renowned for his posters, paintings, and sculptures. He was a central figure in the Montmartre circle, contributing extensively to the art culture of the era. His work graced the pages of “Le Chat Noir,” a famed literary and artistic journal, further cementing his status among other influential artists of the time.
Tournée du Chat Noir stands out for its fantastic use of bold, contrasting colors and its striking stylization. The deep black cat, with its piercing eyes and pronounced outline, captures immediate attention while the bright yellow backdrop juxtaposes beautifully, making it a vivid centerpiece for any room. Steinlen’s linear design and typography add a nostalgic charm that harks back to the lively cabaret nights of old Paris.
Decorating your wall with this art print of Tournée du Chat Noir will not only impart a touch of historical flair but also serve as an exquisite conversation piece. This art print is a perfect gift for birthdays, Christmas, Father’s Day, housewarming events, or work-leaving dos for anyone with a refined taste in art, a love for cats, or an appreciation of historical posters.
If you’re not sure what size to order, or you’re looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.
You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.
You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.
The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.
I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn’t available online, please get in touch.
This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
