The Egyptian Mau is still not officially recognized, but it is accepted for exhibition by most cat organizations. Long and lithe, with a wedge-shaped head, the Mau bears close resemblance to cats shown in Egyptian paintings. The tail is long and tapered, the eyes are almond-shaped. In one color variety, known as the Silver Mau, the background is silvery, with black spots and bars over the body. In another, the Bronze Mau, the coat is marked with bronze bars and splotches.