Oil on canvas
England, second half of the 19th century
J. Langlois (1855-1904) – British animal artist
Signed in red lower left ‘J. Langlois’
Framed
Dimensions: 20 ¼ x 30 in. (51.4 x 76.2 cm.)
Overall dimensions: 24 ½ x 34 ¾ in. (62.2 x 88.3 cm.)

Among England’s finest animal artists, this landscape by J. Langlois features two terriers – one black, the other white – playing in the foreground. Captured in mid-leap, the black terrier lunges towards the white dog who crouches ready to spring in to action. Set before hills in front of a sea and cloudy xsky. The natural earth tones provide a rich scene, full of action and detail.

Executed in the second half of the nineteen century, this oil on canvas painting is signed and measures 20 ¼ x 30 inches. Lined. Under UV restoration visible throughout, most significant in upper half; isolated strokes of retouch in lower left to address craquelure and possible tear; concentration also visible to right of white dog, below tail to address tear.

J. Langlois (British, 1855-1904)

Born in Middlesex, England Langlois was a 19th century visual artist who is famous for his paintings of terriers and sporting dogs, among England’s finest animal artists. This subject was very famous during this period of time, thanks to a growing love for domestic animals in England, when many artists were commissioned to do a portrait of them. One of Langlois’ inspirer was his contemporary George Armfield (British, circa 1808-1893), whose ability to depict the subjects very realistically created a huge demand for his work, this style and subject matter. The several Langlois’ artworks have been sold at auction, including Christie’s and Bonhams. Works by Langlois can be found in many private and public collections all around the world.