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Pastel on Paper Drawing - A Study of Three Black Pekingese Dogs
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Pastel on Paper Drawing - A Study of Three Black Pekingese Dogs

1940 - 1960
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PASTEL ON PAPER DRAWING - A STUDY OF THREE BLACK PEKINGESE DOGS

Wonderful, large scale, vibrant and colourful study of three pekingese dogs by the by Mary Browning who was an acclaimed equine and canine artist.

Dating to the 1960's this work features two black adult Pekingese dogs and a puppy all seated against a powder blue background with pagodas and figures in white

Mary painted dogs for over fourty years, and had strong royal connections having painted dogs belonging to HM Queen Elizabeth, the late Queen Mother, Princess Anne, the Duchess of Gloucester and Princess Michael of Kent.

This large scale work is rare in its subject matter and its colour palette make not the perfect unique interior design piece for a characterful English interior

Framed dimensions: 76cm x 56cm x 4cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
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The English Interior has dated this Pekingese Dog Pastel Drawing to the 1960s.

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SA1231810
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PASTEL ON PAPER DRAWING - A STUDY OF THREE BLACK PEKINGESE DOGS
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Wonderful, large scale, vibrant and colourful study of three pekingese dogs by the by Mary Browning who was an acclaimed equine and canine artist.
The English Interior
fig 1. A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif.
fig 1. Pastel on Paper Drawing - A Study of Three Black Pekingese Dogs

Dating to the 1960's this work features two black adult Pekingese dogs and a puppy all seated against a powder blue background with pagodas and figures in white

Mary painted dogs for over fourty years, and had strong royal connections having painted dogs belonging to HM Queen Elizabeth, the late Queen Mother, Princess Anne, the Duchess of Gloucester and Princess Michael of Kent.

This large scale work is rare in its subject matter and its colour palette make not the perfect unique interior design piece for a characterful English interior

Framed dimensions: 76cm x 56cm x 4cm

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

The English Interior has dated this Pekingese Dog Pastel Drawing to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231810
The English Interior
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Archive I A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif.

Pastel on Paper Drawing - A Study of Three Black Pekingese Dogs

Archive II A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View II
Archive III A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View III
Archive IV A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View IV
Archive V A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View V
Archive VI A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View VI
Archive VII A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View VII
Archive VIII A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif. View VIII
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A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif.
PASTEL ON PAPER DRAWING - A STUDY OF THREE BLACK PEKINGESE DOGS
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A framed pastel drawing depicting three black Pekingese dogs resting against a light blue background featuring a subtle pagoda motif.
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Canine portraiture gained widespread popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly following the introduction of Pekingese dogs to Europe from Imperial China. Artists frequently depicted these lap dogs to signify status, refinement, and a fondness for exotic breeds.

Pastel portraits were created using dry pigment sticks applied to heavy paper or board. They were typically sealed under glass within giltwood or timber frames to protect the delicate, unfixed dust particles from moisture and abrasion.

Authentic pastel drawings display soft layering, subtle pigment blending, and natural tonal transitions on period paper. Original pieces are framed behind glass with period-appropriate mounting and exhibit light foxing or paper discolouration consistent with age.

A framed canine portrait works well integrated into a gallery wall, positioned above a side console, or placed within a home library setting. Pairing traditional animal artwork with contemporary furniture creates a balanced, curated aesthetic.

Pastel drawings must remain sealed behind glass with acid-free mountboard to prevent fading and dust accumulation. Display the artwork away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and heat sources to protect the paper substrate.
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