In my February 2003 issue of the American Kennel Club Gazette, the special
issue features Dogs in Art. On page 38, there is a painting entitled
Maternal Care of a mother with five puppies. Part of the article reads
While most dog fanciers are familiar with the great names of 19th century
dog paintings-Landseer, Emms, Wardle, and the Earl family-there were many
lesser known artists who created great dog pictures. One of my favorite
paintings is dated 1851, but initaled simply AD, and while I have seen
other paintings with the same monogram, I have yet to discover the
artist's identity. Large in scale, it is an extraordinary painting. The
mother has a noble yet contemplative quality, and each of the puppies'
faces is different, one from the other. What is the breed? I am not
sure, although the brown markings on the mother's rear leg has indicated
to some that it may be an early Bernese Mountain Dog. It is an adorable
and I wish I could find the actual painting. If anyone is interested in
seeing this, I can try to scan it and send it individually to those who
request it. Have a great day!
~ Kathy M. Deyo the Hapi Mtn kids playing in 12 of new snow!
