The Black Cat, March 1896 by Nelly Littlehale Murphy Art Print

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About This Art

There's a reason Nelly Littlehale Murphy kept returning to mischievous animal characters; rooms still respond. This 1896 magazine cover lands somewhere between Victorian parlour humour and turn-of-the-century poster art, and it brings instant personality to a quiet wall. The bright orange ground does the heavy lifting — it warms up cream walls and cuts cleanly against deep green or navy paint. Hang it in a study, a reading corner, a teenager's room, or the kind of hallway that needs a smile on the way past. It sits well next to leather, oak, vintage rugs and second-hand bookshelves. Skip it if your walls are already loud — this print prefers to be the talking point.

Printing, Paper and Frames

Quality you can see (and feel)
Printed using museum-grade giclée technology on thick, matte art paper - no glare, just soft, natural colour that looks beautiful.

The kind of detail and depth that makes people lean in closer. Hand-framed in solid FSC-certified wood. Never cheap MDF or plastic-y veneers.

Won't fade, even in direct sunlight
Premium acrylic glaze with UV blocking keeps colours vibrant for 100+ years. Hang it anywhere - bedroom, hallway, that sunny spot above the sofa - without worry.

Unbox, hang, done
Arrives framed with fixtures already attached. Two minutes with a hammer and your wall goes from blank to "where did you get that?"

Made responsiblyFSC-certified wood and paper. Water-based, vegan inks. Crafted to order, so there's zero waste and zero guilt.

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Your artwork is made locally in the UK, US, EU or AU to keep shipping quick, emissions low, and customs surprises off the table.

Packed with care, built to last
Every piece is safely packaged to arrive in perfect condition. If something’s not right, we’ll send a free replacement — fast and fuss-free.

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From sizing to framing and print quality, Fab's art experts break it all down—so you can find the right art for your space.

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How do I frame an art print?

Good news—you don’t have to!

All of our prints are available professionally framed and ready to hang, so you can skip the trip to the framing shop and get straight to the fun part: styling your space. Here’s more info about our frames and service:

  • Your choice of timeless frames - natural wood, black, white, brown, silver and, of course, gold.
  • We use shatter-resistant acrylic glazing keeping delivery costs down and shielding your print from fading or sun damage—something cheaper glazes just don’t do.
  • Every frame is carefully sealed on the back using acid-free, archival tape —keeping dust and moisture out and your print beautifully preserved.
  • Hanging hardware already attached so just unbox, hang, and enjoy.

Prefer to frame it yourself? That’s totally fine too—we offer unframed prints in standard and A-sizes that fit most frames you can buy.

What makes Fab frames so good?

Not all frames are created equal. Many cheap frames are made with acidic materials or glazes that lack UV protection—meaning your beautiful print could fade, discolor, or deteriorate over time.

At Fab, we do things differently. Our frames are thoughtfully built to preserve and protect your artwork for the long haul. We use FSC-certified wood, 100% acid-free materials, and a UV-protective glaze to keep your print looking vibrant for decades.

That’s why our prints have an 80+ year archival lifespan—no fading, no yellowing, just art you’ll love for years to come.

If you're investing in art you love, it's worth framing it right.

How do I hang art prints?

It’s easier than you think—especially since our framed prints arrive ready to hang straight out of the box.

Here’s how to do it in a few simple steps:

  1. Pick a wall that needs a little love—above a sofa, bed, desk, or entryway works great.

  2. Make sure the space suits the size of your print (our size guide can help). Use painter’s tape or a pencil to mark where you want the top of the frame to sit.

  3. For single prints, aim for eye level (around 57–60 inches from the floor). Every Fab framed print comes with hanging hardware already attached.

Use a picture hook, nail, or adhesive wall strips, depending on your wall type and the weight of the frame. That’s it—your space just got a whole lot more beautiful.

Bonus tip: For a gallery wall, lay your prints on the floor first to plan your layout before committing to the wall

Will the bright orange dominate a small room?

It will be the focal point, but the cream borders and warm brown linework calm it down. In a small room it actually warms the space rather than shouting. Hang it on a darker or off-white wall and keep the rest of the room quiet — neutral textiles, plain shelving — and it sits comfortably.

Does it work in a kid's room or only an adult space?

Both. The banjo cat and grumpy hare have a storybook quality that kids enjoy, and the original 1890s illustration style sits well in a study or reading corner for adults. It's not babyish, so it travels with the room as a child grows.

Will the text and small print at the bottom be legible?

Yes at medium size and above — the March 1896 date, story titles and contributor names all read clearly from normal viewing distance. At the smallest size the names become decorative texture rather than legible type, which still looks correct for a vintage cover.