New Painting for Auction

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Title:Cirque de Soleil Kat 

Size:18”x24”

Artist:Laszlo J Katona

Date Completed Sept 2025

Cirque de Soleil Kat is a whimsical and theatrical exploration of performance, individuality, and imagination. The feline figure stands boldly in a tailored, rainbow-coloured suit, embodying the spirit of the circus with a playful yet daring presence. In one hand it carries a circus-stamped briefcase, hinting at stories, journeys, and secrets, while its wide, curious eyes reflect both charm and mystery. The streetscape behind it bends with dreamlike geometry, and the swirling sky above suggests that this world is more stage than reality. A cobblestone path scattered with colour draws the viewer deeper into the scene, guiding them into a surreal space where even the simplest path becomes a parade. This painting, part of the Cat Series within Katona Fine Art, blends surrealism with storytelling and captures a moment where fantasy and reality blur, inviting the viewer to see themselves as both performer and audience.

Artist Interpretation

For me, Cirque de Soleil Kat is about the eternal performer within us all. Just as Cirque du Soleil transforms the ordinary into spectacle, this feline transforms a quiet street into a theatrical procession of imagination. Its patchwork suit symbolizes resilience, diversity, and the beauty of many identities woven together. The briefcase represents the dreams and talents we carry with us, treasures that remain hidden until we dare to open them. The cat’s oversized eyes mirror innocence and wisdom, a duality that reflects the spirit of curiosity. The swirling sky and colourful stones remind us that creativity is infinite and uncontained. This is not simply a cat dressed for show but a symbol of courage, walking proudly in full colour, ready to transform the ordinary into extraordinary art.

Certificate of Authenticity

Katona Fine Art

Certificate of Authenticity

This certificate affirms that Cirque de Soleil Kat is an original creation by Laszlo J. Katona, produced through Katona Fine Art Studios in 2025. The work is acrylic on canvas, measuring 18”x 24” and forms part of the Smelly Kat Series collection. Each brushstroke, line, and composition detail has been created by the artist as part of a unique and original body of work. This document confirms the authenticity and originality of the painting and serves as a permanent record of its provenance.