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Sporting Dog Portrait (English Springer Spaniel), Signed E.B. Lawrence

Description

Oil on Canvas
Mid-20th Century
Collector’s Choice

The Piece

This vintage sporting dog portrait depicts an English Springer Spaniel rendered in oil on canvas and signed E.B. Lawrence in the lower corner. The dog is shown front-facing against a warm, neutral ground, with careful attention given to expression, coat texture, and the distinctive markings of the breed.

The artist demonstrates confident control of oil paint, particularly in the modeling of the eyes and muzzle, where subtle highlights bring the subject to life. The fur is built through layered brushwork rather than heavy impasto, creating depth while maintaining clarity and realism. The restrained background allows the portrait to remain focused on character rather than setting, a hallmark of traditional sporting and companion animal portraiture.

The canvas is stretched on a wooden frame with an archival reference label on the reverse, indicating artist-quality materials suitable for oil painting. The work balances decorative appeal with skilled execution, making it both approachable and collectible.

Medium & Technique

Oil on canvasTraditional layered brushwork
Neutral ground emphasizing subject detail

Condition

Good vintage condition.
Canvas remains stable and properly stretched.
Surface shows light age wear consistent with period.
No visible tears or structural damage observed.

Details

Medium: Oil on canvas

Subject: English Springer Spaniel

Signed: E.B. Lawrence (lower corner)

Approximate Date: Mid-20th century

Unframed

Category: Collector’s Choice

Category Paintings
Condition Excellent
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$200 - $400

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