Chat (Abihail) 1929

Artist: Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita (1886–1968)
Medium: Black-and-white facsimile print on paper (after an original ink drawing)
Dimensions: 23 × 29 cm (9 × 11⅜ in.)
Edition: —
Signature: Signed and dated in the plate
Printer: Printed in the United States by The Stanford Press Inc., New York
Literature: Buisson, Foujita, 29.163
Condition: Excellent; with margins, clean surface and crisp impression
Certificate: Gallery Certificate of Authenticity included

Description

Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita’s Chat (Abihail) (1929) is a refined black-and-white facsimile print produced after one of the artist’s celebrated ink drawings. Printed in the United States by The Stanford Press Inc., New York, the work captures Foujita’s exquisite draftsmanship and his lifelong fascination with cats — a recurring and deeply personal motif throughout his oeuvre.

Executed with delicate precision, Chat (Abihail) demonstrates the artist’s mastery of line and tone, merging Eastern calligraphic elegance with Western sensibility. The image exudes both intimacy and restraint, qualities that define Foujita’s singular place in early 20th-century modernism.

Signed and dated in the plate, the print exemplifies Foujita’s capacity to infuse everyday subjects with quiet grace and emotional nuance. A work of timeless charm, it remains a testament to his technical virtuosity and poetic vision.

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FAQ 

Is this Foujita artwork an original edition?
Chat (Abihail) (1929) is a black-and-white facsimile print created after Foujita’s original ink drawing. It is signed and dated in the plate, as was typical for prints of this type.

What medium was used for this edition?
This work is a black-and-white facsimile print on paper, faithfully reproducing the delicate ink drawing style Foujita is celebrated for.

Who printed this edition?
The print was produced in the United States by The Stanford Press Inc., New York, ensuring a high-quality impression consistent with early 20th-century fine-art printing standards.

Does the artwork come with documentation?
Yes, the piece is delivered with a Gallery Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its provenance and description.

Is this artwork a good investment?
Works by Léonard Tsuguharu Foujita—especially those featuring his iconic cat imagery—remain highly collectible due to their historical significance, distinctive style, and strong presence in the art market.

What is the condition of the artwork?
The work is in excellent condition, with clean margins, a crisp surface, and a sharp impression.

Is worldwide shipping available?
Yes, we offer secure worldwide shipping from France, including professional packaging, insurance, and tracking for safe delivery.