Old Benchers

Name/Title

Old Benchers

Entry/Object ID

389

Description

Finely detailed image of ten English foxhounds and one terrier resting on their kennel bench. One hound is lying on the floor in front of the bench while the rest are lying or sitting on the bench. A hound on the left side of the painting is exchanging looks with the terrier. The terrier has a drop of drool spilling from its mouth as does the hound lying on the bench directly above the one on the floor. The dogs are finely detailed, and you can see the wrinkles, muscles and bony knuckles and shoulders. The dog's fur is detailed with tiny brush strokes. The straw in front is bright and golden yellow, then fades away too dark in the background.

Artwork Details

Medium

Canvas, Oil

Collection

John L. Wehle Collection

Made/Created

Artist

Earl, Maud

Date made

1885

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

English

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Lower Right

Transcription

Maud Earl 85

Language

English

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Frame Size

Height

56-1/4 in

Width

78 in

Dimension Notes

Hanging height based on 60". 2 D-ring hooks on frame

Dimension Description

Image Size

Height

50 in

Width

71 in

Accessories

Accessory

Frame

Notes

Plain goldleaf finish outer frame and inner frame has a leaf shaped molding