After Sir Edwin Landseer’s Dignity & Impudence, the original is characteristic of Landseer’s tendency to give human attributes to animals. Landseer contrasts the large, dignified bloodhound with the small, mischievous terrier. These dogs, ‘Grafton’ and ‘Scratch’ were both owned by Landseer’s friend, Jacob Bell, who commissioned the painting.
This piece pays homage to the original in a way that adds ARCHITECTURAL interest.
