Grey cat by a blue door with straw hats

by Monique Tekstra-van Lochem

A grey cat sits quietly in front of a bright blue doorway in Chefchaouen, the famous blue city in northern Morocco. Six traditional straw hats hang around the characteristic arched entrance; with their warm beige and sandy hues, they contrast beautifully against the pastel-blue walls.

The various shades of blue, ranging from soft powder blue to intense cobalt blue and turquoise, lend this photograph a particularly colourful character. A painted ceramic sign hangs above the door, and through the opening a small glimpse of a traditional Moroccan interior is visible, featuring a tea set and decorative objects.

Chefchaouen is situated in the Rif Mountains and is renowned for its blue-painted medina, narrow streets and distinctive architecture. Cats are a common sight on the streets and lend the colourful alleyways a lively and authentic character.

This atmospheric travel photograph combines the tranquillity of pastel blue with the natural warmth of straw and sandy tones. The grey cat adds a playful and charming detail to the composition.

A unique wall decoration for lovers of cats, Morocco, Mediterranean architecture and colourful photography. The combination of blue, beige and natural materials fits beautifully into a bohemian, Mediterranean or light-coloured interior featuring warm woods and soft earth tones.