David Blake

Original Gouache Wildlife Painting: 'Tabby Cat ' by David Blake

An exquisite and striking wildlife study rendered in gouache by the highly regarded artist, David Blake (associated with 1904 Arts, formerly known as the prestigious Bristol Savages).

This piece, titled 'Tabby Cat ', is a masterclass in the gouache medium. Blake has captured a feline—likely a Scottish Wildcat or highly marked Tabby—with remarkable, photorealistic precision. The brushwork detail in the fur texture is incredibly fine, contrasting the soft white chest against the complex brown and black tabby markings.

The cat's expression is arresting; its ears are pinned slightly back, and its intense, pale yellow eyes gaze directly at the viewer, giving the composition a powerful sense of presence and personality. The artwork is set against a subtle, slightly textured grey background paper.

About the Artist:

David Blake was a long-standing and respected member (and a past president) of the historical Bristol Savages (now 1904 Arts), a notable art club in Bristol, England, known for its rigorous standards of observational painting. Works by this artist are sought after by collectors of British traditional art and high-quality wildlife illustration.

Key Features & Condition

• Medium: Gouache on Paper.

• Artist: David Blake (signed 'DAVID BLAKE.' lower right).

• Title: 'Together'.

• Condition of Artwork: Looks excellent. The colors remain vibrant and deep, with no visible fading or foxing to the image.

• Framing: Presented in a quality, contemporary natural wood frame with soft grey matting that perfectly complements the artwork. (Bespoke framer label on back). Framed behind glass.

Dimensions

Overall Framed Size:

• 53cm x 41cm

• (Approximately 20.9 inches x 16.1 inches)

Actual Artwork Size (Image within matting):

• 34cm x 24cm

• (Approximately 13.4 inches x 9.4 inches)

Provenance

Features a label on the back from "the studio gallery," Henley-on-Thames, Oxon (Bespoke Framers). Includes a handwritten reference number: 78354-2. Includes hanging cord and is ready to display.