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James Loder of Bath
19th century English portrait of a terrier dog, black and brown standing

1817

$2,450
£1,851.77
€2,166.01
CA$3,478.80
A$3,539.14
CHF 2,033.64
MX$42,558.45
NOK 23,742.41
SEK 23,884.54
DKK 16,192.02

About the Item

James Loder of Bath (British, active early 19th century) Portrait of a Standing Terrier Signed and dated 1819, lower right Oil on board Presented in a period giltwood frame A refined and characterful early 19th-century portrait of a terrier by James Loder of Bath, signed and dated 1819. The composition presents the dog in profile, standing alert upon a simple interior floor, set against a softly modelled stone wall backdrop. Executed with restraint and clarity, the painting captures both the physical form and quiet presence of the animal with notable sensitivity. The terrier is depicted with elegant economy of brushwork, its dark coat subtly articulated with warm brown highlights, and its stance conveying a natural sense of poise and attentiveness. Loder’s careful observation is evident in the structure of the animal, from the slender legs to the gently curved tail, while the soft shadow cast across the ground anchors the figure convincingly within the space. The pared-back setting—comprising warm earth tones and the cool greys of the masonry wall—serves to emphasise the subject, allowing the viewer’s attention to rest entirely upon the dog. This simplicity of composition is characteristic of early 19th-century British animal painting, where faithful representation and clarity were often prioritised over embellishment. James Loder, recorded as working in Bath during the early 1800s, appears to have specialised in intimate animal portraits of this kind. Works by the artist are scarce, and the present painting, firmly dated to 1819, offers an appealing example of provincial British painting during the Regency period. Presented in a sympathetic giltwood frame, the work possesses both decorative charm and historical interest, making it well suited to a traditional interior or a collection of early animal portraits. A quietly elegant and well-observed study, capturing the character and dignity of its subject with understated skill.
  • Creator:
    James Loder of Bath (1784 - 1860)
  • Creation Year:
    1817
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Medium:
    Oil,Board
  • Movement & Style:
    Victorian
  • Period:
    1810-1819
  • Condition:
    The painting is in good original condition and has no restoration.
  • Gallery Location:
    Woodbury, CT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU507317863212

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