Through the Eyes of Shop Cats (opens original article in a new tab)

A Dutch photographer has spent a decade documenting shop cats in Chinese cities, highlighting their decline as neighborhoods modernize and the cultural significance of these feline residents.

• Marcel Heijnen has documented shop cats in Chinese cities for a decade, capturing neighborhoods in transition.
• Shop cats are becoming rarer as old shops are replaced by modern retail spaces that no longer need them for pest control.
• Heijnen's work serves as a cultural bridge, evoking nostalgia for Chinese audiences and offering insight into Chinese culture for international viewers.