Purrcival was no ordinary black cat—sleek, silent, and sharp-eyed, he moved through the world like a shadow with whiskers. Whether perched on a windowsill watching the rain or stalking imaginary prey across the living room rug, he carried himself with a quiet dignity that suggested he knew more than he let on. Locals whispered he had nine lives and used each one wisely, always vanishing just before trouble struck. Mysterious yet affectionate, Purrcival was equal parts mischief and magic.

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Cats, Symbolism and the 16th Century Witch Craze

Cats, Symbolism and the 16th Century Witch Craze

Black cats and witches go hand in paw in popular culture but the origins of the witches' familiar aren't so black and white. Where did the connection between witches and cats stem from, why did it begin, and how did...

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The Feline as Muse: In Conversation with Ceramic Artist Susan Halls

The Feline as Muse: In Conversation with Ceramic Artist Susan Halls

By: Sonja Farrell, Cheshire & Wain Founder & Creative Director Anyone who has ever lived with a cat knows the look: that slow, appraising gaze that suggests you have been assessed, found adequate, and may now be permitted to continue...

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Cats in Memoriam - Remembering Beloved Cats through History

Cats in Memoriam - Remembering Beloved Cats through History

  Guest Article By Cheshire & Wain's Resident Historian Kathryn Hughes The sorrow felt over the loss of a cherished cat is a feeling that has transcended centuries. For historical figures, from the poet Edward Lear to novelist Thomas Hardy, this...

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