Ernest Jean Delahaye (1855-1921), Portrait of a Pekingese Dog "Kit", Signed Oil on Panel, Late 19th Century, Framed

Portrait of a Pekingese Dog

This oil on wood panel presents a portrait of a Pekingese dog against a neutral background. The animal is rendered with attention to the texture of the fur and the expression of the face. The painting is signed in the bottom right corner and titled "Kit" in the top left, identifying the dog by name. The reverse of the panel bears a stamp from a color merchant.

About the Artist

Ernest Jean Delahaye (1855-1921) was a French painter who exhibited at the Salon des Artistes Francais between 1875 and 1920. His works are held in several public collections, including the Musee Carnavalet in Paris, the Petit Palais in Paris, and the Musee de l'Histoire de France in Versailles.