19th c. Canine Engraving — Sporting & Hound Breeds, A.
A richly detailed 19th century canine engraving depicting multiple sporting and hound breeds in active landscape scenes. The finely engraved line work and period hand coloring capture the movement, form, and temperament of each dog with exceptional precision. Breed classifications appear in period typography, reflecting the era’s fascination with natural history and animal taxonomy.
Presented in a contemporary gilt bamboo-style frame with archival matting, the engraving bridges historic craftsmanship with elevated modern presentation.
About the artists/authors:
1. Sawrey Gilpin (1733–1807): One of the most important English sporting & animal painters of the Georgian era. Famous for horses and dogs. Royal Academy founding member.
2. George Edwards (1694–1773): Renowned English naturalist & illustrator. Often collaborated on zoological & sporting works.
3. Captain Thomas Brown (1785–1862): Scottish naturalist & author from Perthshire, Scotland. Wrote extensively on animals and hunting dogs.
4. William Warwick (active early–mid 19th c.): Scottish engraver; based in Edinburgh.
Origin: Edinburgh, mid–19th century.
Material: Hand-colored engraving on antique paper; contemporary wood and gilt frame with archival matting.
Dimensions: 16" x 20" framed.
Condition: Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate toning and light foxing; strong color; professionally framed and ready to hang.
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