Art Cat

Art Cat is a collection of these painted felines, featuring works from artists across the ages and continents. Japanese prints and German oils, American sketches and Italian murals are all included. The work spans eras and styles, but as different as these cats are depicted, one thing shines through: that we have been obsessed with cats for far longer than the birth of the internet.

When Smith Street Books' editorial team visits museums, their favourite paintings always include cats.