If you're a cat lover or a collector of whimsical vintage art, you’ll likely recognize the charm of Charles van den Eycken. A leading Belgian painter of the late 19th century, he was famous for portraying domestic pets as active, playful participants rather than just posed subjects. "Playtime" is one of his most endearing works, capturing a mother cat and her curious kittens in a scene full of warmth and personality. It’s a perfect, sophisticated choice for a nursery, a cosy reading nook, or a gallery wall dedicated to animal lovers.
Weight: 260gsm Heavyweight. Thick, professional photo-lab feel (not thin poster paper).
Finish: Pro Lustre. A beautiful semi-gloss with a pebbled texture that reduces glare and reflections.
Detail: Delivers pin-sharp details, deep rich blacks and vibrant colours.
Texture: A beautiful watercolour style rough textured paper
Border: Please note that these prints feature a white border to evoke a museum aesthetic and allow for easy framing.
Detail Note: Due to the rough grain of this heavyweight paper, these prints have slightly less fine detail and contrast than our Satin Posters. This texture adds a soft, painterly character that is perfect for a sophisticated, museum-quality look.
Giclée Printing: We use high-resolution professional printers and fade-resistant archival inks to ensure your art stays vibrant for decades.
Colour Accuracy: We strive to represent our artwork as accurately as possible. Please be aware that colours may vary slightly between your screen and the physical print due to the different colour calibrations of monitors, smartphones, and tablets.
Quality Assured: Every print is hand-inspected before being dispatched.
Ready to Frame: Designed to fit standard-sized frames. (Please note: This listing is for the unframed print only; frames in photos are for display purposes.)
We take great care to ensure your art arrives in pristine condition:
A4 Prints: Shipped flat in rigid, board-backed envelopes.
A3 Prints: Shipped flat in corrugated box envelopes
Large Posters: Carefully rolled in heavy-duty postal tubes.
Dispatched Promptly: Orders are processed and shipped securely to ensure a fast arrival.
Our Guarantee: While we pack every order with care, we know the post can be unpredictable. If your print arrives in anything less than perfect condition, please send us a message. We are committed to making it right and will ensure you receive a perfect replacement.
We are a small, independent print studio based in the UK. At Moorstone Prints, we are passionate about the work we do, our collection covers everything from classical artworks and original designs to iconic movies and video games.
Custom Requests If you are looking for a specific piece of art not listed in our shop, or if you need a custom size for a specific frame, please send us a message, we're always happy to help you find or create the right print for your space.
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