Lot 251
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A life size gilt zinc model of a greyhound, early 20th century
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A life size gilt zinc model of a greyhound, early 20th century

AFTER JOHN FRANCIS

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A life size gilt zinc model of a greyhound, early 20th century
After John Francis
Mounted on an oak plinth, restorations
32½in. (82.5cm.) high, 39½in. (100.3cm.) wide overall
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

Lot Essay

The present model is a copy of the greyhound 'Eos', a bronze work by the sculptor John Francis (1780-1861), which was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1848. Eos was one of Queen Victoria's favorite dogs, and there were bronze models made for both the Italian Gardens at Osborne House, Isle of Wight, and Windsor Castle.

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