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Walter Herbert Wheeler
A noble bulldog

1910

$3,918.30
£2,850
€3,352.68
CA$5,364.34
A$6,009.80
CHF 3,128.09
MX$73,187.83
NOK 39,847.75
SEK 37,525.33
DKK 25,027.35
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Walter Herbert Wheeler (British, 1868-1960) A noble bulldog signed ‘WH Wheeler (lower right) oil on board 7 ¾ x 7 ¼ in. (19.7 x 18.3 cm.) with frame 10 x 9 ¾ in. (25.4 x 24.8 cm.) This compelling portrait by Walter Herbert Wheeler captures the stoic dignity of a British Bulldog with remarkable intensity and character. Set against a dark, neutral background, the dog’s powerful musculature and distinctive folds are rendered with crisp precision and tonal depth. Wheeler, best known for his animal portraits, excels here in conveying the breed’s tenacity and quiet strength. The sitter’s soulful eyes and subtly furrowed brow evoke both loyalty and a hint of melancholy, elevating the image beyond simple likeness to something more intimate. A fine example of early 20th-century British dog portraiture, full of presence and painterly control.
  • Creator:
    Walter Herbert Wheeler (1868 - 1960, British)
  • Creation Year:
    1910
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.76 in (19.7 cm)Width: 7.21 in (18.3 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    with frame 10 x 9 ¾ in. (25.4 x 24.8 cm.)Price: $3,918
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Good colour, with minor bending to canvasboard. Frame original, with some wear and tear, associated with age. Please don't hesitate to contact me should you require further images or have any questions.
  • Gallery Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU806116421392

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