His absence leaves a quiet void in one of the museum's most familiar corners and serves as a reminder of how much he charmed visitors.
Even so, his fans are still finding small ways to celebrate him.
Zoom in: For Claude's 30th birthday back in September, the team at Sausalito Liquor Co. crafted a one-of-a-kind cocktail in his honor. They've shared the recipe with us for folks to commemorate Claude at home.
To make the white negroni, combine all of the ingredients listed below in a mixing glass with ice, stir for about 30 seconds, strain over a large cube in a rocks glass and garnish with a grapefruit or orange peel.