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Samuel Raven
Head of a terrier

$4,758.82
£3,450
€4,064.48
CA$6,536.70
A$7,268.44
CHF 3,805.16
MX$88,785.31
NOK 47,815.55
SEK 44,980.11
DKK 30,341.06

About the Item

Samuel Raven (1775-1847) Head of a terrier signed and inscribed 'S. Raven pinxt./Patronized by H.R.H. the Duke of Sussex/& Prince Leopold of Saxe-Coburg' verso oil on papier mâché Painting size 3 3/4 x 3 1/4 in Framed size 7 1/2 x 6 1/2 in Samuel Raven (1775–1847) was a British artist best known for his exquisitely detailed still-life paintings, particularly of birds and natural scenes. Born in Birmingham, England, Raven originally trained as a japanner (a decorative painter of lacquerware), a craft that demanded precision and an eye for intricate design. These skills would later define his work as a painter. Raven’s art stood out in the early 19th century for its combination of scientific observation and artistic elegance. He had a special affinity for birds, often painting them in lifelike poses amidst lush foliage and delicate compositions. His work bridged the gap between natural history illustration and fine art, attracting collectors who admired both his technical accuracy and his aesthetic sensibility. Although not widely known today, Raven exhibited regularly at the Royal Academy from 1821 to 1845 and was respected among his contemporaries. His paintings are occasionally found in regional museums and private collections, prized for their quiet beauty and attention to detail. Raven passed away in London in 1847, leaving behind a modest but refined legacy in the English still-life tradition.
  • Creator:
    Samuel Raven (1775 - 1847, British)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Stoke, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU446316642262

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