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Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820
Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, view 2
Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, view 3
Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, view 4
Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, view 5
Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, view 6

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Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, close-up 1Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, close-up 2

Framed and on the wall

Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, shown framedAntique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, shown framed on a wallAntique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820, shown framed in a room

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Antique Aquatint of a Dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark, circa 1820

£280 ($370, €330)

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Date
1820
Size
11.7 × 18.8 in (29.7 × 47.7 cm)
Condition
Good. Good. Please study image carefully.
Period
Early 19th century
Section
Fish and shells
Reference
f_9228983

Handcolored aquatint made after Henry Alken by J. Clark.

The antique aquatint depicting a dog named 'Crab' by J. Clark around 1820 likely portrays a beloved pet or a celebrated dog of that era.

Given the naming of the dog, 'Crab,' and considering the context of many artworks from that time, this aquatint could be a portrait or a depiction of a particular dog that was famous, renowned, or held in high regard during the early 19th century.

Such depictions were common during that period, celebrating the loyalty, character, and often the impressive or distinctive features of cherished dogs owned by notable individuals or within specific communities.

This aquatint might showcase 'Crab' in a posed or dynamic manner, highlighting the dog's unique qualities or perhaps illustrating its role in a particular context, such as hunting, companionship, or a sporting activity. These types of artworks often served as tributes to beloved animals or commemorated their accomplishments or traits.