Charming antique oil on canvas depicting three young kittens gathered around a small plate, rendered with fine detail in the fur, expressive faces, and a dark draped background. The painting is signed at the lower right, though the signature is difficult to read, and is presented in an ornate gilt wood frame with carved decorative borders. The reverse shows an older stretcher and frame construction with hanging wire. A sweet and decorative animal subject with appealing period character, showing age-related wear to the frame and surface consistent with handling and display. Approx. frame size (in): 15.5 x 17.5 x 1.75, Approx. painting size (in): 7.5 x 9.5.

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