The artwork titled “WHEN SUDDENLY THE LECTURE PLATFORM BECAME TOO HOT TO HOLD HIM,” is a creation of artist Louis Wain, and it belongs to the Art Nouveau (Modern) movement. This illustration captures a lively and chaotic scene, depicting anthropomorphic cats in various states of surprise and disarray, suggesting a humorous and whimsical narrative. The central figure, appearing to leap from a platform, illustrates the unexpected turn of events implied by the title. The energetic composition, detailed expressions, and dynamic posture of the characters reflect Wain’s distinctive style and imaginative approach to illustrating feline subjects.