A 1936, colour book plate/illustration of a small terrier, by acclaimed British artist Lucy Dawson, on heavy paper.
Book plate, measures approx: 29 x 21.5 cm & is blank to the reverse.
Condition: please see photos.
Perfect for matting & framing.
An ideal gift for any dog lover.
Lucy Dawson ( 1875 – 1954 ) was a British artist known for her paintings & sketches of canines of all breeds. Throughout her career, she created personalised portraits of mostly dogs, even being commissioned by the Royal family to produce numerous portraits of their family pet.
She created her scenes through pencil, ink, pen & oil although she was best known for her pastels. Occasionally, she used the pseudonym “Mac” for her drawings. Dawson published dog & cat postcards, & ‘ Dogs As I See Them ' (1936 ) & ‘ Dogs Rough and Smooth ‘ ( 1937 ) as well as providing illustrations for other books by various authors. These sketches, with popular their abundant personalities, set her apart from other canine illustrators of her time.
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Please note : All illustrations offered for sale are printed & published in the decade given in the description & not later reproductions, copies or digital downloads.
Product code: 1936-Lucy Dawson-Book popular Plate-Colour Illustration-Drawing-Print-Dog-White-Terrier-Vintage-Home decor