Acquired directly from the artist (1960s)
Private Collection, Halifax
Executed on the artist’s signature beaver board, “Three Black Cats” presents as one of Maud Lewis’ most coveted serial images. The rounded cats sit perched on the grass, framed by the overhang of cherry blossoms above them and the cheery tulips below, a visual reminder of the artist’s affinity for the animals. Indicative of Lewis’ earlier work, this piece has a more square justification and has been signed by the artist as “Lewis”, a typical action the artist took prior to her sweeping popularity.
