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Lot 72

John Emms
(British, 1843-1912)
Foxhounds and a hunt terrier

30 – 31 March 2022, 14:00 BST
London, New Bond Street

Sold for £79,000 inc. premium

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John Emms (British, 1843-1912)

Foxhounds and a hunt terrier
signed and dated 'JNO EMMS/1901' (lower right)
oil on canvas
40.6 x 30.5cm (16 x 12in).

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Arguably one of the best painters of dogs of his generation John Emms stands alone in his ability to depict the hound. Although small in scale, this work is a classic example of the artist at his best. Full of character, empathy and understanding for the subject, the format and composition is one that Emms used frequently, but rarely to better effect.

His unique ability to capture the majesty of the hound coupled with the humour and mischief of the terrier was derived from an intimate knowledge of his subject, drawn from years of experience working with the dogs that he painted and studying their character and physiognomy both in kennel and studio.

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