The Daily Painting: The Faithful Hound

Monday, April 11, 2011

The Faithful Hound

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Sir Edwin Henry Landseer

(English, 1802-1873)

The Faithful Hound, 1830

Oil on canvas

4 comments:

RosineApril 12, 2011 at 3:27 AM
So sadly, but nicely!
♥♥♥Rosine
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Becca R.April 12, 2011 at 10:46 AM
Wow. That's strong.
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Tales of WhimsyApril 12, 2011 at 5:48 PM
Ahhhhhh poor baby. What an amazing image.
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Pretty little LayersMay 7, 2011 at 8:12 AM
This painting is beautiful and I love the semi-hidden message it has. :)
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