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Edwin Douglas
Guarding the flock

Name: Guarding the flock
Brand: Edwin Douglas
Rating: 5 (35 reviews)

$17,190.19

£12,500

€14,900.70

CA$24,120.42

A$24,508.40

CHF 13,884.59

MX$298,206.86

NOK 162,810.03

SEK 163,697.04

DKK 111,465.85

About the Item

Edwin Douglas (1848-1914) Guarding the flock signed 'ED(in ligature)ouglas' (lower left) Oil on canvas Painting size 24 x 20 in Framed size 29 1/2 x 25 1/2 in Provenance Anonymous sale; Christie's, South Kensington, 15 September 1994, lot 63. with Malcolm Innes Gallery, London; The Collection of Charlie Watts Charlie Watts, the legendary drummer of The Rolling Stones, was renowned not only for his musical prowess but also for his profound affection for animals, particularly Collies. He and his wife, Shirley, resided at Halsdon Manor in Devon, where they managed a stud farm for Arabian horses. Their estate was also home to numerous dogs, reflecting their deep commitment to animal welfare. Edwin Douglas (1848–1914) was a British painter known for his refined and affectionate depictions of animals—particularly dogs, sheep, and cattle—set within peaceful pastoral or domestic scenes. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Douglas trained in London and quickly developed a reputation as a skilled animal painter during the height of Victorian interest in rural and sporting life. Douglas's work often combined technical precision with warmth and sentiment. His dog portraits were especially admired for their charm and character, portraying beloved pets and working animals with expressive detail and personality. He also painted genre scenes that reflected the quiet dignity of rural life, often including animals as central figures rather than background subjects. Exhibiting at prestigious venues such as the Royal Academy, the Royal Institute, and the Royal Scottish Academy, Douglas gained recognition among both the art world and the general public. His paintings were popular with collectors who appreciated his ability to balance realism with gentle narrative. Though he worked during a period of great artistic change, Douglas remained true to his realist style and love of animal subjects. Today, his work is appreciated for its nostalgic charm and skillful rendering of animals in a more tranquil age.

Creator:
Edwin Douglas (1848 - 1914, Scottish)
Dimensions:
Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 25.5 in (64.77 cm)
Medium:
Oil
Movement & Style:
Victorian
Period:
19th Century
Condition:
Gallery Location:
Stoke, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU446316642352

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