The Admiral Looked Past the Pink Curtains and Fixed His Eyes on the Sea
Head turned and chin lifted, a black and white tuxedo cat looks off toward some distant horizon. His navy velvet coat has gold-fringed epaulettes and a border of golden leaves along the collar and front, and fine cracks run through the paint like lines on an old map. Behind him, soft pink drapery, a golden seashell ornament, and a sky tinted with peach and cream turn the scene into a gentle seaside dream. His amber eye catches a spark of light, and his white chest glows.
A dark navy coat against so much pastel is a great visual contrast. The painter kept all the heavy darkness in the cat and the coat, and used pale, airy colors for everything around him, so he stands out as clearly as a ship against a clear sky.
Tuxedo cats are known for their black-and-white coats that look like formalwear. They are a pattern rather than a breed, and their personalities can range widely, though many people describe them as outgoing and clever. They tend to enjoy play and attention, and a short coat means grooming is easy. Keep them active with climbing and toys, and talk to your vet about diet and routine checkups. Many tuxedos wait in shelters, so they are well worth considering for adoption.
If the fleet needs a leader, this admiral is already dressed for it, and he knows where the snacks are stored.
