The Obsequies of an Egyptian Cat by John Reinhard Weguelin. A young woman in ancient Egyptian clothing kneels on a blue rug, offering incense before an altar holding a mummified cat.

The Obsequies of an Egyptian Cat

John Reinhard Weguelin

1886 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A striking and atmospheric Victorian Neoclassical scene depicting a solemn ritual in ancient Egypt.

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A substantial, grounding work with warm wood and umber notes — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
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Rich brown, Aged gold, Charcoal black

About the piece

Painted in 1886 by John Reinhard Weguelin, this masterful work captures the solemnity of a private funerary rite. A young priestess or mourner offers incense to a mummified cat, set against a richly detailed background of Egyptian murals and statuary that reflects the 19th-century fascination with antiquity.

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