Hound Gallery

A Meet of the New Forest Buck-Hounds at Fountain Court, Broo

Members of the New Forest Buck-hounds meet at Fountain Court, the hunters and dogs at the ready. Those present include Constance, Duchess of Westminster, Lady Mary Grosvenor, Harry, Fry, Sir George Thursby, Bob Fry, Brock, Mr and Mrs Lechie, Willie, Fry, Mr Hew Dalrymple, General Cowie, Mr Harry Knight, Mr Pearson and Lord Normanton

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A new dog-fancy: the Basset Hounds by Louis Wain

Engraving by Louis Wain showing four naughty basset hounds teasing two scared black and white cats. A fifth basset hound enters the room looking coy but unrepentant with a whip in its mouth. A third cat seeks sanctuary under an appropriately named book, and an upset ink well stains the rug. Date: 1884

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Shirtwaister dress by Michael, 1959

An elegant outfit comprising of a white silk shirtwaister dress belted with tan suede designed by Michael of Carlos Place, worn with a coat in a pale honey colour made of Seker's open basket weave wool edged with petersham. Mme. Brill made the white leather hat which was also designed by Michael. Where the docile Afghan Hound came from is not commented upon. Date: 1959

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