Steinlen Le Chat Noir Black Cat Tealight Candleholder 5.75H
Steinlen Le Chat Noir Black Cat Tealight Candleholder 5.75H
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Ceramic candle holder with Steinlen's illustration Le Chat Noir Black Cat of 1896 on all sides. The central image shows a cat sitting and waiting for your attention. This desktop sized candle holder has a cavity at top to hold a tea light candle. It would make a lovely gift for someone who loves cats or turn of the century Paris France.
- Measures: 5.75 in x 2 in W x 2 in D.
- Weighs 10 oz.
- Part of the Parastone Museum Gift Collection. PN TC13ST.
- Four-color printing of a masterpiece painting on all sides.
- Comes with a color description card.
Theophile-Alexandre Steinlen (1859-1923)
"Le Chat Noir" (French for "The Black Cat") was a famous cabaret and entertainment establishment in late 19th-century Paris. It was a significant part of the bohemian Montmartre district and is often associated with the artistic and cultural milieu of the time. Théophile Steinlen, a Swiss-born artist, created one of the most iconic posters for Le Chat Noir, which has become a celebrated work of art on its own.
Le Chat Noir Cabaret: Le Chat Noir opened its doors in 1881 and quickly became a popular gathering place for artists, writers, musicians, and intellectuals. It was known for its cabaret performances, literary readings, music, and lively atmosphere. The venue played a crucial role in the development of French bohemian culture.

