Fox Terrier breed prize-winners “Olive” and “Bitters”. Walsh engraving c1878

$50.00

Antique print of Mr Murchison's Fox Terrier "Olive" and Mr. Burbidge's Fox Terrier "Bitters".

Original wood engraving circa 1878 by Butterworth and Heath from a drawing by A. Baker for "The Dogs of the British Isles" first published circa 1867 by John Henry Walsh (1810-1888).

Walsh was educated for the medical profession, and practised for some years as a surgeon. A passionate sportman, he became a sporting writer, and wrote many articles and books under the pen-name “Stonehenge”.  He was an expert in the management of dogs and the treatment of their illnesses. "The Dogs of the British Islands – being a Series of Articles (with illustrations) on their Various Breeds.." was reissued a number of times through to 1886. In 1856 Walsh joined the staff of "The Field" journal, and by the end of the following year became its editor.

Page size 240mm x 180mm (9.1/2 inches x 7 inches). A corner of the page is lightly bent – but not intruding on image area.