Artwork
The Otter Hounds
The Otter Hounds is a watercolor work on paper by John Frederick Tayler. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Otter Hounds is a watercolour painting by John Frederick Tayler, created in 1850. It depicts four dogs resting together.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows four dogs on a stone floor, with a wooden wall and hanging dog collars in the background, evoking a sense of warmth and coziness. The dogs' varied fur textures and colours are prominently featured.
Technique & Style
Tayler's rendering of the dogs' fur is notable for its softness and realism, achieved through his use of watercolour. The gentle lighting contributes to the calm atmosphere of the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting was part of Richard Ellison's collection of British watercolours. After his death, his widow donated it to the National Collection of Water Colour Paintings in 1860 and 1873.
Artist & collection
Artist
(John) Frederick Tayler was a 19th-century English engraver and watercolour landscape artist. He was a president of the Royal Watercolour Society.
