Bryn Parry OBE

Dog Tired

2018

A large early nineteenth century scroll work painting, depicting two rabbits beneath white peonies, together with butterflies and a grass hopper. Ink and...

Frederick Elmiger (American, 1890-1975) Henry Bergh – The Founder of the A.S.P.C.A. • Watercolour, gouache, Indian ink and possibly some oil paint on heavy paper • Sheet measures, ca. 44.5 x 57.5 • Signed and monogrammed Worldwide shipping is complimentary - There are no charges for handling & delivery. The image depicts a street scene in 19th century New York in which Henry Bergh rebukes a carter, who is brutalizing his starving horse and making it drag the overloaded wagon. The here depicted Henry Bergh was the son of a German ship builder in New York and with the aid of his small private income, he spent most of his life fighting for laws protecting animals. Over fierce opposition and ridicule he obtained a charter in 1867 from State of New York forming the A.S.P.C.A. (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) and in 1875 a similar one covering the prevention of cruelty to children. By 1893 all states had adopted laws based on his original statutes. And the artist, who painted this dramatic scene was Frederick Elmiger (1890-1975), an American illustrator. He frequently produced series - often with historical themes - for the Donald...

David B. Smith Gallery is proud to present Cosmos, by Laura Ball, the artist’s fourth solo exhibition with the gallery. Featuring 18 new watercolor paintings, Ball’s deep connection ...

David B. Smith Gallery is proud to present Cosmos, by Laura Ball, the artist’s fourth solo exhibition with the gallery. Featuring 18 new watercolor paintings, Ball’s deep connection ...

Adeptly harnessing musings of the subconscious mind, Ball utilizes recognizable yet otherworldly imagery. Mythological creatures, swirling parrot wings, and fantastical flora join to...

David B. Smith Gallery is proud to present Cosmos, by Laura Ball, the artist’s fourth solo exhibition with the gallery. Featuring 18 new watercolor paintings, Ball’s deep connection ...