Edgar Armfield (Attributed), Two Terriers Rabbiting

Edgar Armfield (Attributed), Two Terriers RabbitingThis late 19th century oil painting attributed to British artist Edgar Armfield (1855 1904) depicts two wide eyed boisterous terriers standing to attention, waiting for a rabbit to emerge. Nestled into a grassy bank with a glimpse of the sea beyond, its a popular Victorian image. Its signed J Langlois, which we believe to be a pseudonym. During the 19th century, animal paintings were particularly sought after, both with the aristocracy and the rising

He’s leaning back

his works convey an easy-going provincial quality that adds charm and character

The painting is signed in the lower right and housed within a fine decorative frame that’s probably the original

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perhaps it’s his own home

we see four of his artworks

the light fell through clouds - uplifting the riverbank in verdant tints and tones

This impressive outfit featured internationally-renowned performers

So could this be a wedding dress

which enhance character

We’ve been unable to locate it but hopefully it’s still standing in a village somewhere