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Cecil Charles Windsor Aldin was born in Slough, England in 1870 and was successful in his own time as an illustrator of books and magazines, a painter, and a writer. His sporting art featured one of his lifelong passions, hunting. He became famous for his watercolors and prints showing foxhunting scenes in the English countryside, as well as his ability to portray the dogs, horses, and animals that were the protagonists of these scenes. Aldin's art has become increasingly popular with time and he is appreciated today for his special talent in sketching and painting dogs. In a funny pose, the tilt of a head or a cocked ear, Aldin captured the individual character of the many dogs and breeds he worked with. His art shows the camaraderie he felt with his canine friends and models, though his work is never overly cute or sweet. Aldin's talents were greatly appreciated by his contemporaries. As a result, there is a wide range of collectibles available today that bear his famous dog images. Between 1934 and 1985, Royal Doulton produced the "Dogs of Character" series of fine bone china figurines based on Cecil Aldin illustrations. Royal Doulton also produced the "Aldin's Dogs" series of decorative plates and small trays for approximately twenty years beginning in the mid 1920s. Limited and first edition prints by Cecil Aldin have become extremely collectible. The rarity of these prints will only increase, as the metal printing plates originally used to produce the prints were destroyed in World War II. Accordingly, no new editions of Aldin's prints pulled from these original plates can ever be issued. This collection of prints is in excellent condition with strong, bold colors and they are presented and framed using the very best archival procedures and materials. This collection was acquired from a London antique dealer was acquired and has been fully authenticated. No further information about the previous ownership is available. The Great Republic range specializes in extremely rare and unique vintage sporting antiques and collectibles, primarily from America and the British Isles. Our product offerings are designed for the client that puts a premium on unquestionable authenticity and quality of craftsmanship when investing in an exceptional sporting antique or unique item — either for themselves or as a gift. Exploring our offerings gives the visitor an opportunity to see and own something one will not find elsewhere. Leveraging nearly 20 years of experience in understanding and sourcing the finest sporting antiques and luxury goods, as well as that "off the chart" one-of-a-kind item, we're absolutely confident in our ability to deliver the "wow" factor during your visit to our website or our store located in Washington, DC. When in a room where a Great Republic item is on display, your guests will be drawn to the item and the story behind it. |
