Dogs are popularly seen by humans as man’s best friend and no wonder then that they have been a popular subject for art throughout the ages. They have have been used to convey symbolism and meaning, from loyalty and dedication to strength and watchfulness. From Roman mosaics and pottery, the earliest depictions moved onto hunting scenes in Renaissance murals or medieval books of hours. Dog lovers are very passionate about their pets and many paintings of the 19th and 20th Century may represent specific portraits or favoured breeds.
William Lucas Lucas, 19th/20th century INTERNATIONAL CHAMPION BARRINGTON BRIDEGROOM *detail
Estimate £500-700
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Jane Oakley
Paintings
With 20 years auction experience, Jane comes to us from Sotheby's where she was a director in the British Art Post 1850 Department and head of Scottish Art. She has a broad knowledge of British and Continental paintings and was previously head of the Victorian, Pre-Raphaelite and British Impressionist, Maritime and Sporting Art departments at Christie's.
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From Tuesday 24 May to Sunday 12 June, visitors to the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket, Suffolk, will be offered a rare opportunity to view a collection of over 40 paintings, watercolours and drawings spanning the 60 year career of one of the world’s most loved equestrian artists.
18 May 2022
On Tuesday 5 April, Sworders will be taking residence at the National Horseracing Museum in Newmarket to host a valuation day for Sporting Art.
10 March 2022
Like many artistic dynasties, for the Alkens, painting was a family business, stretching from the second half of the 18th century to the end of the 19th. With the consignment of two striking sporting scenes by Henry Thomas Alken (1785-1951) to our May sale, Head of Pictures Jane Oakley examines a history of misattribution and skilled identification.
10 February 2022
