Marie Yvonne Laur also known as Yo Laur (1879-1943, French) was known for her excellent draftsmanship and genre paintings especially of cats and kittens. Her style is similar to other 19th century artists such as Henriette Ronner-Knip, Eugene Lambert, Leon Charles Huber, Jules Gustav LeRoy, Alfred-Arthur Brunel de Neuville as well as many others.
Both cats and dogs became popular pets during the 19th century leading to their portrayals in paintings which the middle classes readily bought.
In 1908, Laur became a member of the Salon des Artistes Francais.
Unfortunately, not much more is known about her, but her art works are still readily available on various auction sites.
Cat Family in a Chair
Cat Family
Cat Family-Mother and Kittens
Cats in the Kitchen
Chat Couche
Kittens and their Reflection
Kittens at Play
Mischief in the Artist’s Studio
Mischief
Mother and Kittens with a Fan
Mother Cat and Kittens
Spilt Ink and Kittens
The Goldfish Bowl and Kittens
Three Kittens Playing with Jewelry
Three Kittens Playing with Thread
Three Kittens Relaxing
Three Kittens
Two Kittens
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Marie Yvonne Laur was the daughter of A A Brunelle De Neuville.