Accession No |
1802.600
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Name/Title |
Felis catus (Domestic cat); mount. "Drew's Cat"
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Brief Description |
This domestic ginger cat is reputed to have been the pet of the Museum’s first director, Samuel Drew, who stuffed and mounted it after its death. It is known informally as "Drew's cat".
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Primary Maker |
Drew, Samuel Henry (b.1844, d.1901)
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Primary Prod Date |
Late 19th Century
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Primary Prod Period |
19th century
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Primary Prod Place |
Whanganui
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Media/Materials Description |
Cat skin and fur over stuffing materials.
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Measurement Reading |
29.9 x 41.6 x 29.6cm
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