Country Cat [F]

Art by Carol Bryan
- Country Cat Puzzle -
Golden Jigsaw Puzzle | 520 pieces | 1993
A teddy bear wearing a sailor outfit sits on a rug next to a brown tabby kitten.

This illustration depicts a charming scene featuring a classic, golden-furred teddy bear and a playful brown tabby kitten. The teddy bear, seated on the left, is dressed in a navy and white sailor suit complete with a matching tam-o'-shanter cap topped with a red pom-pom. Its expression is gentle, with stitched features and button-like eyes. Positioned to the right, the small kitten leans in toward the bear, its arched back and upright tail conveying a sense of curiosity and affection. Both figures are rendered with textured detail, highlighting the bear's plush fur and the kitten's soft, striped coat.

The pair is situated on a richly patterned oriental-style rug that serves as a vibrant backdrop. The rug features geometric zig-zag motifs and intricate border designs in bold shades of deep red, navy blue, and green, with subtle highlights of orange. The overall composition is cozy and intimate, focusing on the friendly interaction between the two characters.

The artistic style is reminiscent of a storybook illustration, utilizing warm, saturated colours to create a nostalgic and inviting atmosphere. The lighting is soft and even, emphasizing the textures of the subjects' fur against the busy patterns of the floor covering. The background is slightly blurred in detail compared to the foreground, keeping the focus squarely on the bear and the kitten as they share a quiet moment.

A teddy bear dressed as a sailor sitting next to a brown tabby cat in front of a patterned backdrop.

This illustration features a golden-furred teddy bear wearing a white sailor-style shirt with blue stripes, blue shorts, and a matching cap with a small pink pom-pom. The teddy bear sits upright, displaying stitched foot pads and a gentle expression. Beside the bear stands a brown tabby cat, turned slightly toward the bear with a curious, attentive gaze. The cat features detailed striped fur markings and white accents on its paws and chest.

The pair is situated against a vibrant, geometrically patterned backdrop in shades of red, green, and deep blue. This pattern resembles a woven blanket or a stylized rug, creating a cozy, folk-art feel. Behind this, a light-brown brick wall is visible, suggesting a country-style interior setting. The composition is centered, highlighting the warm, friendly interaction between the toy and the cat.

The artwork is rendered in a detailed, illustrative style with soft shading that gives the teddy bear a plush texture and the cat a lifelike quality. The colour palette is warm and inviting, relying on rich reds and earthy tones. The lighting is soft and even, emphasizing the charming, nostalgic atmosphere of a peaceful domestic scene.

A teddy bear wearing a sailor outfit sits on a rug next to a brown tabby kitten.
A teddy bear dressed as a sailor sitting next to a brown tabby cat in front of a patterned backdrop.
🐼 Animal
Rectangular Portrait | | Ribbon/Grid cut | Cardboard
Whimsies
#Cat #teddybear #sailorsuit
Manufacturer ID: 5935F | Barcode: 033500059353
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I bought this series of 6 between 2004 and 2009 on Ebay USA, all used. They are of rather good quality, pieces large, thickness moderate, rather loose. All 6 have exactly the same cut with 16 whimsies, 15 cats and one mouse.
They have no different titles, so I wrote [A] to [F], according to the ID: Same ID with A-F attached.. As far as I know no others in this series exist. All released in 1993.
I tried to find out something about the artist Carol Bryan but was not successful.

by Leonisha 2026-02-18
Submitted 2026-06-13
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