ADVERTISEMENT

Say what you want but... retro cat pictures have definitely carved out their own niche within the broader spectrum of vintage photography, evoking a sense of nostalgia and charm that resonates with many people worldwide. These pictures capture a diverse array of cats from decades past, often shot in black and white or with a distinctive sepia tint, portraying felines lounging on vintage furniture, strutting across old cobblestone streets, or even napping in the warmth of a bygone-era kitchen.

So Pandas, scroll down below and see the best pictures we had gathered for yourself, and of course, don't forget to upvote your favorite ones!

#1

My Grandmother And Her Cat. Late 1930 Or Early 1940, In Minnesota

My Grandmother And Her Cat. Late 1930 Or Early 1940, In Minnesota

levimeirclancy Report

#2

A French Soldier Feeding His Kitten, Indochina 1956

A French Soldier Feeding His Kitten, Indochina 1956

Lux Report

#3

Cat Eating An Ice Cream In 1940

Cat Eating An Ice Cream In 1940

State Library of NSW Report

Add photo comments
POST
Lucky2BAlive
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In the heatwave we all are experiencing … this is oddly satisfying. Caption: meanwhile a few hours later after an innocent fart jetted her across the room, it was discovered that fluffy was lactose intolerant

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT

Given the chance, Bored Panda reached out to Brazilian journalist Paula Leite Moreira who is in charge of the "All Vintage Cats" project on Instagram (see a post about it by clicking here).

"Curating and sharing these vintage cat photos has become a way for me to connect with history, and also with people who love cats as much as I do. Each image is a journey into the past, and there's something really special about that," Paula shared, when asked about the emotional impact of her project.

#4

My Great Grandfather In The 1950s, Who Like Me Loved Cats

My Great Grandfather In The 1950s, Who Like Me Loved Cats

Master_Shake23 Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Corduroy shorts. Being old, it is a sin I myself have committed many a time. ;-P BEAUTIFUL photo. Cute cats. Dear man.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#6

Original Advertisement For An Optician On Boulevard St. Germain, 1925

Original Advertisement For An Optician On Boulevard St. Germain, 1925

Rol Agency Report

Add photo comments
POST
Tx jac
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG ...even if I didnt need glasses I would stop in and get some ...those are just too cute

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu

When asked about any comments she had received on her page, the journalist was quick to share.

"About memorable interactions, there was one follower who told me how a photo I shared, one of a soldier with a cat during the World War II, reminded her of her grandfather's stories. That was really touching. It made me realize that, in a way, I was helping to keep these personal histories alive."

#7

The Ship's Cats Having A Hammock To Themselves

The Ship's Cats Having A Hammock To Themselves

George Silk Report

Add photo comments
POST
Shark Lady
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They need a comfy place to sleep after working hard catching rats and mice.

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#8

This Photo Was Taken In Cleveland, Ohio, Circa Early 1900. A Cute Kid, Dog, And A Cat Who Knows He's The Boss

This Photo Was Taken In Cleveland, Ohio, Circa Early 1900. A Cute Kid, Dog, And A Cat Who Knows He's The Boss

memorylanepr Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#9

Dan Flynn And His Cats, Labre Park, 1967

Dan Flynn And His Cats, Labre Park, 1967

Alen MacWeeney Report

Add photo comments
POST
martymcmatrix
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Didn't you mean »The two cats from Labre Park with their Dan Flynn«?

View more commentsArrow down menu

When asked about the evolving role of cats in society, Paula had some rather interesting insights to offer. "In the past, cats were often associated with superstitions and myths. Today, they are beloved pets and companions. But I also see in the photos a timeless bond between humans and cats. We have always turned to them for comfort and companionship."

ADVERTISEMENT
#10

My Mom Milking One Of The Cows, Directly Feeding The Cats In The Early 1960s

My Mom Milking One Of The Cows, Directly Feeding The Cats In The Early 1960s

ImAGirafffeAMA Report

Add photo comments
POST
karl briggs
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Reminds me of another famous picture of the same content. Pandas do my bidding!

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#11

Casting Call For Black Cats To Star In Roger Corman Movie In Los Angeles, California, 1961

Casting Call For Black Cats To Star In Roger Corman Movie In Los Angeles, California, 1961

Los Angeles Times Report

#12

The Payro Family Cat Directs A Portrait Of The Payro Children. Wakefield, Massachusetts, 1909

The Payro Family Cat Directs A Portrait Of The Payro Children. Wakefield, Massachusetts, 1909

Joseph C. Payro Report

ADVERTISEMENT

As for advice to those looking to create original content on social media, Paula laughed lightly before saying, "Find something you are passionate about, and don't be afraid to share it. It might seem niche, like vintage cat photos, but there are people out there who will appreciate it. I would say, let your passion guide you."

#13

Kittens Crawling On The Bucks County, Pennsylvania Representative Peter Kostmayer In His Congressional Office In 1991

Kittens Crawling On The Bucks County, Pennsylvania Representative Peter Kostmayer In His Congressional Office In 1991

Jamie Howren Report

#14

Salty And Her Two Kittens Aboard A Coast Guard Plane Piloted By Spar Kay Martin As They Flew To Rescue A Downed Navy Pilot

Salty And Her Two Kittens Aboard A Coast Guard Plane Piloted By Spar Kay Martin As They Flew To Rescue A Downed Navy Pilot

National Archives Report

#15

"Salty" Mascot Of The San Diego Coast Guard Air Station, Introduced Her Kittens To The Dramatic Side Of The Sea-Serve Life Early

"Salty" Mascot Of The San Diego Coast Guard Air Station, Introduced Her Kittens To The Dramatic Side Of The Sea-Serve Life Early

National Archives Report

ADVERTISEMENT

The journalist also shared some news on expanding her project, and seemed excited. "Actually, I've been thinking about starting a blog where I could share more details about the photos (not just an Instagram page), like the historical context. And who knows? Maybe a YouTube channel could be next. The journey of All Vintage Cats is just beginning."

#16

Surprising Friendship. Minnie Cat And Mike White Mouse In A Tender Attitude

Surprising Friendship. Minnie Cat And Mike White Mouse In A Tender Attitude

Acme Newspicture Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#18

My Grandfather With His Cat In The 1970s, Toronto

My Grandfather With His Cat In The 1970s, Toronto

JunctionJay21 Report

Add photo comments
POST
Apple Jakes
Community Member
1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a terrific photo, but what's going on around his head?

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#19

World War II – Iwo Jima

World War II – Iwo Jima

National Archives Report

#20

"Show Off" Cat. April 1955

"Show Off" Cat. April 1955

State Library of NSW Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#21

A Cat Called Aircrew. The Mascot Of A Royal Australian Air Force

A Cat Called Aircrew. The Mascot Of A Royal Australian Air Force

Herald Newspaper Report

#22

Three Kittens Wearing Pajamas

Three Kittens Wearing Pajamas

Harry Whittier Frees Report

#23

Film Artist Jeannette Mac Donald With Her Cat Pussums In A Film

Film Artist Jeannette Mac Donald With Her Cat Pussums In A Film

Planet News Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#24

The British Shorthair S.H. III, Who Was Featured In Advertisements For "Fancy Feast" Cat Food, Lounges On A Director's Chair

The British Shorthair S.H. III, Who Was Featured In Advertisements For "Fancy Feast" Cat Food, Lounges On A Director's Chair

Steve Grayson Report

Add photo comments
POST
glowworm2
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I always loved those Fancy Feast cats. They always looked so regal.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#25

Jacques Lehmann Painting His Cat

Jacques Lehmann Painting His Cat

Thérèse Bonney Report

Add photo comments
POST
Manda Hart
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Although Milo was flattered, he'd have preferred to be painted as his inner jaguar.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#26

Miss C. Bateman With Her Little Family Of Siamese Cats, At The Cat Show, Crystal Palace

Miss C. Bateman With Her Little Family Of Siamese Cats, At The Cat Show, Crystal Palace

Planet News Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#27

Mrs. Marcelle Adam, President Of The Cat Club De France And Blue Persian In 1926

Mrs. Marcelle Adam, President Of The Cat Club De France And Blue Persian In 1926

Agence Rol Report

#28

Walt Disney With His Cat And Mickey Mouse Drawing

Walt Disney With His Cat And Mickey Mouse Drawing

Harris & Ewing Report

Add photo comments
POST
glowworm2
Community Member
1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The cat immediately proceeded to chase Mickey out of the drawing.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#29

The Kitten Named Midnight Fills The Hands Of Coast Guardsman Elmer T. Barnes, Seaman First Class

The Kitten Named Midnight Fills The Hands Of Coast Guardsman Elmer T. Barnes, Seaman First Class

Most Coast Guard fighting ships have a dog holding down the important duty of mascot, but there is one Destroyer Escort playing European combat waters which has a small, frisky, black kitten ruling the foc's'le.

National Archives Report

Add photo comments
POST
Janet Howe
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't know about the cat, but Seaman First Class Barnes is one hunk.

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#30

Siamese Cats In An Exhibition In England

Siamese Cats In An Exhibition In England

Agence Rol Report

#32

Cat On Shoe Shine Stand On The Sidewalk

Cat On Shoe Shine Stand On The Sidewalk

Angelo Rizzuto Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#33

Coast Guardsman Henry Richmond Jr. Holding "Camouflage" The Cat Mascot Of His Coast Guard-Manned Landing Ship

Coast Guardsman Henry Richmond Jr. Holding "Camouflage" The Cat Mascot Of His Coast Guard-Manned Landing Ship

National Archives Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A handsome young man in uniform holding a kitten? Oh, this guy's gonna be knee deep in... okay, I won't go there... really cheesy pun. ;-P That's good, I feel proud of myself. I'm growing as a person. LOL

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
#34

A Patron Of "Sammy's Bowery Follies," A Downtown Bar, Sleeping At His Table While The Resident Cat Laps At His Beer

A Patron Of "Sammy's Bowery Follies," A Downtown Bar, Sleeping At His Table While The Resident Cat Laps At His Beer

National Archives Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

***giggle*** My cat Lucifer loves to take a few licks of the creamy head of my Guinness Draught. It's the only beer foam he'll touch. And I drink a LOT of different brands, including myriad small-brewery craft beers. SDH Crazy little guy. ;-)

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#35

Dancer Elizabeth Duncan With A Cat

Dancer Elizabeth Duncan With A Cat

Arnold Genthe Report

Add photo comments
POST
Adrian
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

She's loving the cat. Meanwhile, the cat is about to kill somebody!

View more commentsArrow down menu
#36

Portrait Of Sam Donahue And Hep, New York, 1946

Portrait Of Sam Donahue And Hep, New York, 1946

William P. Gottlieb Report

#37

Melvin Vaniman And Kiddo, The Cat That Would Survive An Airship Crash. 1910

Melvin Vaniman And Kiddo, The Cat That Would Survive An Airship Crash. 1910

Bain News Service, P. M. Vaniman Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#38

Cat Fancier Phil Morini And His Cats

Cat Fancier Phil Morini And His Cats

Los Angeles Public Library Report

Add photo comments
POST
Kathryn Baylis
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Heaven is looking like someone dumped a bucket of animals on your lap. I would stay put forever.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#39

Cat Looking Into A Radio Speaker, 1926

Cat Looking Into A Radio Speaker, 1926

Library of Congress Report

#40

John B. Moissant's Cat

John B. Moissant's Cat

Bain News Service Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

LOVE the cut and weave of the basket. I'd do the ribbons in an emerald-green satin, with a botanical-green fleece lining. I dig baskets, and I dig cats. ;-)

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
Continue reading with Bored Panda Premium
Unlimited content
Ad-free browsing
Dark mode
ADVERTISEMENT
#41

My Awesome Childhood Cat With My Childhood Computer In The Mid-1990s

My Awesome Childhood Cat With My Childhood Computer In The Mid-1990s

LightspeedBalloon Report

#42

My Mother And Her Two Sisters After Pulling A Cat Out Of The Potomac River In The Early Seventies

My Mother And Her Two Sisters After Pulling A Cat Out Of The Potomac River In The Early Seventies

gifpol Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

LOL That nervous thousand-yard stare is hilarious, poor thing! "Never go swimming again... Never go swimming again..."

View more commentsArrow down menu
#43

Kitten With Arched Back

Kitten With Arched Back

Theodor Horydczak Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

***Stretchy!!*** "Oh, that feels good on my old kitten joints. Mmmmm..."

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#44

Ballet Dancer Seija Silfverberg And Riku The Cat In 1982

Ballet Dancer Seija Silfverberg And Riku The Cat In 1982

Hautala Kari Report

Add photo comments
POST
Manda Hart
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A reluctant pose on the part of Riku. Wisely, Seija pulled her face back, foregoing a more action-oriented tableau.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#45

Beautiful Cat In A Cat Show, Salle Wagram

Beautiful Cat In A Cat Show, Salle Wagram

Agence de presse Mondial Photo-Presse Report

#46

Cat In The Opening Of A Cannon

Cat In The Opening Of A Cannon

Agence Rol Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#48

Mid 1970s. My Sister And I, With Our Cat Tigger

Mid 1970s. My Sister And I, With Our Cat Tigger

Eagle1388 Report

#49

Portrait Of Miele Van Kerckhoff With A Cat In 1890s

Portrait Of Miele Van Kerckhoff With A Cat In 1890s

Henry Herman van den Berg Report

Add photo comments
POST
Manda Hart
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even as the 19th century drew to a close in Amsterdam, Tiddles was heartily sick of Mee'mee holding him like a mannequin.

View More Replies...
View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#50

Aviator John B. Moisant With His Feline Frequent Flying Companion Mademoiselle Fifi In 1911

Aviator John B. Moisant With His Feline Frequent Flying Companion Mademoiselle Fifi In 1911

Library of Congress Report

#51

Washington Cat Show At Wardman Park Hotel In 1920

Washington Cat Show At Wardman Park Hotel In 1920

Library of Congress Report

Add photo comments
POST
Shark Lady
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kitty on the far left has had enough of this human, b******t nonsense.

#52

A Cat Yawns On The Stairs In The Summer Of 1931

A Cat Yawns On The Stairs In The Summer Of 1931

JOKA Journalistic photo archive Otava Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#53

This Tiger Kitten Was Given To A Group Of Coast Guardsmen By Children At Salerno. She Was Adopted, Proclaimed Mascot For A Coast Guard-Manned LST, And Christened "Dee-Day"

This Tiger Kitten Was Given To A Group Of Coast Guardsmen By Children At Salerno. She Was Adopted, Proclaimed Mascot For A Coast Guard-Manned LST, And Christened "Dee-Day"

Department of Transportation. U.S. Coast Guard Report

Add photo comments
POST
#54

Frances Benjamin Johnston's Cats, Herman, And Vermin. New Orleans, Louisiana

Frances Benjamin Johnston's Cats, Herman, And Vermin. New Orleans, Louisiana

Frances Benjamin Johnston Report

#56

Ship's Mascots On HMAS Sydney 1940

Ship's Mascots On HMAS Sydney 1940

Australian War Memorial collection Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cute cat. Cute puppy. REALLY cute fellow shipmates having a really cute boyhood moment together... Uh-oh, I think I blew a cute-fuse. :-(

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#57

Cat Show In 1935

Cat Show In 1935

Agence de presse Meurisse Report

#58

Benjamin Fink Holding The White House Cat Tiger Referred To As "Tige"

Benjamin Fink Holding The White House Cat Tiger Referred To As "Tige"

Library of Congress Report

Add photo comments
POST
Karen Krause
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tiger was one of Coolidge's cats. He had two: Tiger and Blackie. Tiger had wanderlust. Caption from similar photograph: Benj. Fink, guard at the Navy Dept. found Tige promenading around the Navy Bldg. and immediately returned him to the White House. Tige's disappearance was broadcasted by Wash. radio stations. (Source: album: 1 March to 30 April 1924, v. 2, Herbert E. French, National Photo Company, p. 25, no. 29633)

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#59

Coast Guard Officers Rescued A Frightened, Half-Starved Kitten From A Shell-Smashed Jap Pill-Box. They Brought Her Aboard And Named Her Tarawa

Coast Guard Officers Rescued A Frightened, Half-Starved Kitten From A Shell-Smashed Jap Pill-Box. They Brought Her Aboard And Named Her Tarawa

National Archives Report

#60

My Mom And Her Cat In The Late 1930s

My Mom And Her Cat In The Late 1930s

Wienerwrld Report

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#62

Cat Sitting On A Car With Skyscrapers In The Distance. 1958

Cat Sitting On A Car With Skyscrapers In The Distance. 1958

Angelo Rizzuto Report

#63

Original Advertisement For An Optician On Boulevard Saint-Germain. Cats Wearing Glasses

Original Advertisement For An Optician On Boulevard Saint-Germain. Cats Wearing Glasses

Agence Rol Report

Add photo comments
POST
#64

Curious Tom

Curious Tom

Harris & Ewing Report

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#65

Cat And Kitten Sleeping On A Stringed Chair

Cat And Kitten Sleeping On A Stringed Chair

Max Dupain Report

#66

China Grove Coast Guardsman On Atlantic Convoy Duty

China Grove Coast Guardsman On Atlantic Convoy Duty

Coast Guardsman Albert R. McNeely, chief electrician's mate, of China Grove, N.C., puts the ship's mascot to bed in a battle helmet aboard a Coast Guard-manned destroyer escort. The sea-going kitten is a veteran of several Atlantic crossings aboard the sleek escort ship which safeguards the passage of troops and supplies bound for the Battle of Germany.

Department of Transportation. U.S. Coast Guard Report

Add photo comments
POST
#67

Kittens Playing With A Chicken In 1949

Kittens Playing With A Chicken In 1949

State Library of NSW Report

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#68

White House Persian Cat. 1929 March 29

White House Persian Cat. 1929 March 29

Library of Congress Report

Add photo comments
POST
Manda Hart
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Kitty was the persian cat of Lou Hoover -wife of President Hoover. Kitty was given free reign to roam the entire White House. No one knows what happened to her. In this photo she's probably caught sight of Billy Possum, a wild opossum that strayed onto White House grounds. Adopted by the Hoovers, it was kept in the pen built for the Coolidges' raccoon.

#69

A Cat And Her Kittens Are Playing On The Steps Of The House

A Cat And Her Kittens Are Playing On The Steps Of The House

EVERY Journalistic photo archive Itä-Häme Report

Add photo comments
POST
#70

Little Cats On A Birdcage, 1932

Little Cats On A Birdcage, 1932

Planet News Report

ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#71

A Kitten In 1925

A Kitten In 1925

Library of Congress Report

#72

Turlock, California. Housewife With Her Pet Cat, 1942

Turlock, California. Housewife With Her Pet Cat, 1942

Russell Lee Report

Add photo comments
POST
#73

Cat Sitting On Top Of The Boxes

Cat Sitting On Top Of The Boxes

Angelo Rizzuto Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shouts down from atop his tower of boxes, "Give me ALL the coffee!!!"

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
See Also on Bored Panda
#74

Ethel Knox With 12 Newborn Kittens, Los Angeles, 1935

Ethel Knox With 12 Newborn Kittens, Los Angeles, 1935

Los Angeles Times Report

#75

Puzzums Was One Of The Greatest Feline Actor Stars Of The Late 1920s

Puzzums Was One Of The Greatest Feline Actor Stars Of The Late 1920s

Los Angeles Public Library Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Puzzums would go on to star in ever great roles, expanding his repertoire and command of the craft well through the Age of the Silver Screen. But there was a sinister side to Mr. Puzzums, oh yes. He had used the poor girl in this photo, for instance, to further his career, quite at her expense. He left a trail of tears and broken careers in his wake, in fact. He was absolutely ruthless, but some say that's what made him a genius, for he pursued his artistry with the same dogged passion with which he advanced his ambitions. Naughty cat! Bad cat! ;-P

ADVERTISEMENT
#76

Ship's HMAS Kanimbla Cat

Ship's HMAS Kanimbla Cat

The Australian War Memorial Report

Add photo comments
POST
#77

A Cat Wearing A Ford's My Man Sign At A Campaign Rally For President Gerald R. Ford, October 13, 1976

A Cat Wearing A Ford's My Man Sign At A Campaign Rally For President Gerald R. Ford, October 13, 1976

National Archives Report

#78

Woman And A Cat

Woman And A Cat

C.M. Bell Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#79

Dawn Rodgers Officiates At A "Wedding" Of Formally Attired Felines Tigger And Kirby, Held By Daughters Summer And September

Dawn Rodgers Officiates At A "Wedding" Of Formally Attired Felines Tigger And Kirby, Held By Daughters Summer And September

James Ruebsamen Report

#80

Cats In 1923

Cats In 1923

Harris & Ewing Report

Add photo comments
POST
Cain Hargreaves
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Are these the parents of the three kittens in a similar basket in this same list?

View more commentsArrow down menu
#81

Feeding Cats 1934

Feeding Cats 1934

Harris & Ewing Report

Add photo comments
POST
#82

Woman Holding Her Cat In 1927

Woman Holding Her Cat In 1927

Library of Congress Report

ADVERTISEMENT
#83

Capitol Cats

Capitol Cats

Library of Congress Report

Add photo comments
POST
#84

1926 Cat Show In The Wagram Room Organized By Mrs. Marcelle Adam, President Of The French Cat Club

1926 Cat Show In The Wagram Room Organized By Mrs. Marcelle Adam, President Of The French Cat Club

Rol Agency Report

Add photo comments
POST
#85

Blackie And Tiger, Two Of The Cats Owned By President Calvin Coolidge

Blackie And Tiger, Two Of The Cats Owned By President Calvin Coolidge

Harris & Ewing Report

Add photo comments
POST
Kathryn Baylis
Community Member
1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gee, wonder how he came up with those very unusual, highly original, and really imaginative names? (Now, had he named the tiger cat Blackie, and the black cat Tiger, THAT would’ve been cool.)

View more commentsArrow down menu
#86

Aboard The Coast Guard-Manned LST, "Kodiak," The Dog From The Alaska Waterfront, And "Tarawa," The Cat From A Tarawa Pillbox, Just Don't Get Along

Aboard The Coast Guard-Manned LST, "Kodiak," The Dog From The Alaska Waterfront, And "Tarawa," The Cat From A Tarawa Pillbox, Just Don't Get Along

National Archives Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Hey, dude, all I was trying to do was sniff your butt... What?!"

ADVERTISEMENT
#87

Portrait Of Buzzer The Cat

Portrait Of Buzzer The Cat

Arnold Genthe Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm afraid Buzzer needs his booper booped. That's just all there is to it.

View more commentsArrow down menu
#89

Homeless Kitten On The Ashes Of The City Of Zhizdra, Kaluga Region

Homeless Kitten On The Ashes Of The City Of Zhizdra, Kaluga Region

Mikhail Savin Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Homeless Kitten On The Ashes Of The City Of Zhizdra, Kaluga Region"?! Ummm, no. Rather, "Kitten Roars in Elation at the Tabula Rasa Before Him, and the Power Vacuum Which Would Allow Him to Capitalize On It: 'Yes, now I can start fresh, and remake Zhizdra in MY image! Meowwwoarrrr!'"

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#91

This Kitty Belonged To The Sultan Of Turkey

This Kitty Belonged To The Sultan Of Turkey

Mrs. Martin K. Metcalf, wife of commander Metcalf, holding Pansy. A Turkish cat formerly did her "Meowing" in the palace of the sultan of Turkey. The cat was brought to Washington from Turkey by a commander Metcalf.

Harris & Ewing Report

Add photo comments
POST
#92

Two Cats Facing Camera

Two Cats Facing Camera

Angelo Rizzuto Report

Add photo comments
POST
#93

Calico Cat Capers With Parakeet Pal

Calico Cat Capers With Parakeet Pal

Dean Gordon Report

Add photo comments
POST
ShellsBells
Community Member
1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where's the parakeet?!?! Edit: Wait, nevermind. I had scrolled down to far and saw it on top of cage when I zoomed in.

ADVERTISEMENT
#95

Two Cats On A Table In The Early 1900s

Two Cats On A Table In The Early 1900s

Hendrik Doejer Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Yes, we'd like to start with the Mouse Tar Tar, followed by a main course of Pigeon a l'Orange, and a dozen Kitty Delights Chewy Treats for dessert, please..."

#96

Cat Show In The Wagram Room, Organized By Mrs. Marcelle Adam, President Of The Cat Club De France

Cat Show In The Wagram Room, Organized By Mrs. Marcelle Adam, President Of The Cat Club De France

Agence Rol Report

Add photo comments
POST
Cain Hargreaves
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's really funny to see these "old school" Siamese cats when they still had round faces, before breeders started going for that narrow, narrow face (which is, uh, not ideal for cats)

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#97

Cat Show Siamese, 1927

Cat Show Siamese, 1927

Agence Rol Report

Add photo comments
POST
#98

Study Of A Cat. A Close-Up Portrait Of A Cat, Possibly One Of The Cats That Arnold Genthe Called Buzzer

Study Of A Cat. A Close-Up Portrait Of A Cat, Possibly One Of The Cats That Arnold Genthe Called Buzzer

Arnold Genthe Report

Add photo comments
POST
#99

Schermerhorn Cat

Schermerhorn Cat

Arnold Genthe Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cat on a Couch Being Psychoanalyzed: "I think it all started when they took to calling me Snowball, doc..."

#100

Annie Edson Taylor Poses With Her Cat In 1902

Annie Edson Taylor Poses With Her Cat In 1902

Bain News Service Report

Add photo comments
POST
Cain Hargreaves
Community Member
1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh this is such a bonkers picture! This is Annie Edson Taylor who was the first person to go over Niagra Falls in a barrel. She had a custom barrel built made of oak and iron, with a mattress inside for padding. But before she went over, she put a cat in her barrel and sent the cat over the falls. The cat survived, so Annie tried it herself and survived (though with some injuries). Presumably this is the cat and the barrel and Annie herself (who was sometimes called the Queen of the Mist). More here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Annie_Edson_Taylor

View more commentsArrow down menu
ADVERTISEMENT
#101

A Man And Woman Having Tea On The Veranda Of Their Mt. Nutt Home At Bowen In The Early 1900s

A Man And Woman Having Tea On The Veranda Of Their Mt. Nutt Home At Bowen In The Early 1900s

State Library of Queensland Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm fairly certain the father wants to eat the soul of whomever looks upon this photograph... I don't think I'll be able to sleep much tonight. :-(

#102

The Cat In 1916

The Cat In 1916

Frank Eugene Report

Add photo comments
POST
Manda Hart
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This looks exactly like my cat Samin who we lost due to a broken heart when his bestie Smudge was savaged by a speeding car. Someone is peeling onions in the next room.

#103

United States President Calvin Coolidge Holding A Kitty At His Family Farm In Plymouth Notch, Vermont, 1924

United States President Calvin Coolidge Holding A Kitty At His Family Farm In Plymouth Notch, Vermont, 1924

Bain News Service Report

Add photo comments
POST
Danny Boy
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Ummm, why ya' wearin' that smock, Prez? What are you planning to do with that cat, dude? Calvin... Calvin, put the cat down. For God sake, Calvin, let the cat go. You don't wanna do this!"

ADVERTISEMENT
#104

The Ship's HMAS Toowoomba Cat Digger

The Ship's HMAS Toowoomba Cat Digger

Norman Smith Report

Add photo comments
POST
#105

Blackie And Tiger

Blackie And Tiger

Calvin Coolidge Report

Add photo comments
POST
#106

Portrait Of An Actress Lili Darvas Holding A Cat Ginger

Portrait Of An Actress Lili Darvas Holding A Cat Ginger

Carl Van Vechten Report

#107

Actress Ann Murdock With Cat Buzzer

Actress Ann Murdock With Cat Buzzer

Arnold Genthe Report

Add photo comments
POST
#108

Two Actresses, Each Holding A Small Kitten. A Scene From "These Children"

Two Actresses, Each Holding A Small Kitten. A Scene From "These Children"

Sam Hood Report

Add photo comments
POST
ADVERTISEMENT