Sabo Tabby T-Shirts
Description: The image of a fighting-mad black cat, back arched, claws out, and spitting in anger, has been widely used by activists calling for, or announcing, direct action in the workplace or elsewhere, by workers. Either in protest or to advance a cause, the image, often called the "Sabo-Tabby," might be put up as stickers or pamphlets to announce actions.
Description: The image of a fighting-mad black cat, back arched, claws out, and spitting in anger, has been widely used by activists calling for, or announcing, direct action in the workplace or elsewhere, by workers. Either in protest or to advance a cause, the image, often called the "Sabo-Tabby," might be put up as stickers or pamphlets to announce actions.
Description: A variation on the famous Sabo-Tabby. The image of a fighting-mad black cat, back arched, claws out, and spitting in anger, has been widely used by activists calling for, or announcing, direct action in the workplace or elsewhere, by workers. Either in protest or to advance a cause, the image, often called the "Sabo-Tabby," might be put up as stickers or pamphlets to announce actions.
Description: The image of a fighting-mad black cat, back arched, claws out, and spitting in anger, has been widely used by activists calling for, or announcing, direct action in the workplace or elsewhere, by workers. Either in protest or to advance a cause, the image, often called the "Sabo-Tabby," might be put up as stickers or pamphlets to announce actions.
Description: According to the IWW: The Black Cat -- traditionally drawn as angry with claws bared, arched back, and a brushy tail (pictured, right) -- has long been one of the symbols of the IWW. It was probably conceived by IWW member Ralph Chaplin (most famous for penning the IWW / labor anthem "Solidarity Forever"), who produced many of the IWW's early "slient agitator" graphics which -- themselves -- had a close association with hobo signs. We like to combine anarchist symbols and quotes with the visual art of anarchists like William Morris. Our goal is to create beautiful and accessible ways to approach the philosophy of Mutual Aid.
Description: According to the IWW: The Black Cat -- traditionally drawn as angry with claws bared, arched back, and a brushy tail (pictured, right) -- has long been one of the symbols of the IWW. It was probably conceived by IWW member Ralph Chaplin (most famous for penning the IWW / labor anthem "Solidarity Forever"), who produced many of the IWW's early "slient agitator" graphics which -- themselves -- had a close association with hobo signs. We like to combine anarchist symbols and quotes with the visual art of anarchists like William Morris. Our goal is to create beautiful and accessible ways to approach the philosophy of Mutual Aid.
Description: I drew this piece to capture the untamed, rebellious spirit of the classic black cat symbol. Combining the iconic stance of the wild sabotage cat with a lighthearted spin on the message that all cats are beautiful felt like a natural way to honor both history and feline nature. For the anarchists, the punks, and anyone who reads between the lines.
