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John Emms Art

British, 1843-1912

John Emms first exhibited in the Royal Academy in 1866. Known for his equestrian and canine portraits, his most interesting works were the dogs, with a particular fondness for foxhounds and terriers. Using bold, loose brushwork and ample paint, Emms created portraits that were sentimental and that expressed vitality.

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Artist: John Emms
Fine Antique British Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Jack Russell Terrier John Emms
Fine Antique British Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Jack Russell Terrier John Emms

Fine Antique British Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Jack Russell Terrier John Emms

By John Emms

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier by John Emms (1843-1912) signed lower right oil painting on board, framed painting: 7.25 x 6.25 inches framed: 8.5 x 7.25 inches condition: overall...

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Late 19th Century English School John Emms Art

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Oil

A Horse and Three Terriers in a Stableyard. By John Emms Victorian Oil Painting
A Horse and Three Terriers in a Stableyard. By John Emms Victorian Oil Painting

A Horse and Three Terriers in a Stableyard. By John Emms Victorian Oil Painting

By John Emms

Located in St. Albans, GB

John Emms 1896 Signed and dated 1896 Canvas Size: 26 x 33" (68 x 105cm) Framed Size: 34 x 41" (88 x 105cm) Provenance: An Irish Country Estate Born on 21 April 1841at Blofield, ...

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1890s Victorian John Emms Art

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Fine Antique British Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Jack Russell Terrier John Emms
Fine Antique British Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Jack Russell Terrier John Emms

Fine Antique British Dog Oil Painting Portrait of Jack Russell Terrier John Emms

By John Emms

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Portrait of a Jack Russell Terrier by John Emms (1843-1912) signed lower left oil painting on board, framed painting: 7.5 x 6.25 inches framed: 8.5 x 7.25 inches condition: overall v...

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Late 19th Century English School John Emms Art

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Oil

Bander Bee and Trojan, a favourite Hunter and a Fox hound in a Stable Yard
Bander Bee and Trojan, a favourite Hunter and a Fox hound in a Stable Yard

Bander Bee and Trojan, a favourite Hunter and a Fox hound in a Stable Yard

By John Emms

Located in Taunton, GB

Bander Bee and Trojan, a favourite Hunter and a Fox hound in a Stable Yard Signed and inscribed Oil on canvas THE SOUTHWELL COLLECTION Everett Fine Art is excited to present this...

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Late 19th Century John Emms Art

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Oil

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19th Century Victorian John Emms Art

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Circle of John Emms (1843-1912) - 1878 Oil, Lying with the Cattle
Circle of John Emms (1843-1912) - 1878 Oil, Lying with the Cattle

Circle of John Emms (1843-1912) - 1878 Oil, Lying with the Cattle

By John Emms

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Late 19th Century John Emms Art

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Late 19th Century English portrait of an English Jack Russell called Fritz
Late 19th Century English portrait of an English Jack Russell called Fritz

Late 19th Century English portrait of an English Jack Russell called Fritz

By John Emms

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Late 19th Century English portrait of an English Labrador dog head, Thunder

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John Emms dog painting of 'Turk' A Jack Russell Terrier
John Emms dog painting of 'Turk' A Jack Russell Terrier

John Emms dog painting of 'Turk' A Jack Russell Terrier

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John Emms (Bristish, 1843 - 1912) 'Turk' A Jack Russell Terrier Signed lower right 'Jno Emms' and inscribed 'Turk' 'John Emms' inscribed on brass name plate Oil on canvas 12in H x 1...

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