{"product_id":"oil-portrait-duchess-yorkshire-terrier-with-pink-bow-framed-glazed","title":"Oil Portrait Duchess Yorkshire Terrier with Pink Bow Framed \u0026 Glazed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuchess — Yorkshire Terrier with Congo Pink Bow by R. L. Phillips, 1987\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Characterful British Dog Portrait in the Tradition of John Emms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Original oil-on-board portrait painted in 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Signed and dated “R. L. Phillips 87” lower right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• The Yorkshire Terrier sitter is identified as Duchess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Distinctive Congo pink bow provides a vivid central accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sensitive portrayal of the breed’s long, lustrous coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Minimal sage-grey background concentrates attention upon the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Stylistically catalogued in the manner of John Emms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Recently presented in a decorative Larson-Juhl gilt frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Protected by AR70 low-reflection glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• From a private London collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• A delightful acquisition for collectors of canine portraiture and Yorkshire Terrier enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith her dark, intelligent eyes, flowing silken coat and perfectly positioned Congo pink bow, Duchess possesses all the elegance and self-assurance expected of a much-loved Yorkshire Terrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainted in 1987 by R. L. Phillips, this intimate oil portrait captures more than the dog’s appearance. The slight glimpse of her tongue, attentive gaze and composed seated posture convey an affectionate impression of her individual temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simplicity of the surrounding sage-grey background gives Duchess an almost formal presence. Nothing distracts from her expression or the careful rendering of her coat, making the painting a modern continuation of Britain’s long tradition of commissioned animal portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: R. L. Phillips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitle: Duchess: A Yorkshire Terrier Wearing a Congo Pink Bow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium: Oil on board\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: British animal portraiture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubject: Seated Yorkshire Terrier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignature: “R. L. Phillips 87” lower right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSitter’s name: Duchess\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylistic description: In the manner of John Emms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame: Gilt Larson-Juhl moulding with distressed finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtection: AR70 low-reflection glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuchess occupies almost the entire picture surface, lending this relatively intimate portrait an unexpectedly commanding presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhillips uses the smooth board support to develop fine passages of controlled brushwork. Individual strands of hair are articulated across the face and crown before merging into longer, more fluid strokes through the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour scheme is carefully balanced. Warm ochres and amber browns describe the face and upper coat, charcoal notes provide depth around the muzzle and body, and silvery-grey highlights create the characteristic sheen of Yorkshire Terrier hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAgainst these natural tones, the Congo pink bow becomes a brilliant chromatic accent. Its placement draws attention towards Duchess’s expression while communicating the care with which she was groomed and presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restrained background also serves an important purpose. By removing any distracting domestic setting, Phillips presents Duchess as an individual sitter worthy of the same focused attention traditionally accorded to a human portrait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Tradition of John Emms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis painting is catalogued as being in the manner of John Emms because of its dignified treatment of an individual canine sitter, restrained background and emphasis upon expression and personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Emms (1843–1912) was one of the leading British painters of dogs and sporting animals during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in Norfolk, Emms worked with Frederic, Lord Leighton before establishing his own career. He became particularly celebrated for portraits of foxhounds, terriers, spaniels and horses, portraying his animal subjects with confidence, naturalism and emotional warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis portrait Callum, painted in 1895, remains on display at the National Galleries of Scotland and demonstrates his ability to convey individual canine character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuchess was painted many decades after Emms’s death and is not presented as a work by him. The phrase “in the manner of John Emms” records Phillips’s stylistic continuation of this established British animal-painting tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eR. L. Phillips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature identifies the painter as R. L. Phillips, while the accompanying date establishes that the portrait was completed in 1987.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough several works bearing the initials R. L. Phillips have appeared on the secondary market, presently available information is insufficient to construct a fully verified biography or connect every similarly signed painting conclusively to the same artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait is therefore catalogued directly from its visible signature and date. Further documentary discoveries may clarify the artist’s identity and career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever the remaining biographical uncertainty, Duchess demonstrates an accomplished understanding of canine physiognomy, surface texture and expressive portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Yorkshire Terrier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Yorkshire Terrier originated in northern England during the middle of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped initially as a practical working terrier, the breed was used to control vermin within mills and industrial buildings. Its small size, confident personality and remarkably fine coat subsequently brought it into fashionable Victorian households.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe breed came to embody a distinctive combination of delicacy and determination: beautifully groomed as a companion while retaining the alertness and spirit of its terrier ancestry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuchess’s long coat, bright gaze and poised bearing capture these contrasting qualities beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation and Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe portrait has recently been placed within a decorative gilt Larson-Juhl frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts warm gold surface echoes the amber tones of Duchess’s coat, while its gently distressed finish introduces an attractive sense of age and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAR70 low-reflection glass reduces glare and improves the visibility of the painting under normal interior lighting. It also provides approximately 70% ultraviolet protection, helping to preserve the work during display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe painting is professionally presented and ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Private collection, London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Subsequently researched, curated and catalogued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall framed measurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e55 cm high × 44 cm wide × 1.5 cm deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are approximate and relate to the framed work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil painting remains in good, stable and visually appealing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paint surface retains strong colour and clarity. Minor craquelure is present in places but appears stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist’s lower-right signature and 1987 date remain clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recently fitted Larson-Juhl frame is in excellent decorative condition. Its distressed appearance forms part of the intended finish rather than representing accidental damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AR70 protective glass is intact and presents clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer to the complete photographic record when considering condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessionally packed and fully insured worldwide shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe framed painting will be carefully protected to safeguard the artwork, frame and specialist glazing throughout transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribution and Research Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe historical observations, provenance research, attribution analysis and contextual commentary presented within this catalogue entry represent the professional opinion of Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®. They are offered in good faith as informed scholarly assessments based upon the available evidence, comparative research, published reference material and our experience within the international fine art market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese observations should be understood as professional opinions rather than definitive statements of fact or guarantees of authorship, attribution, date, origin, provenance or historical interpretation. As with all historic works of art, future documentary discoveries, technical examination, conservation analysis or advances in academic research may refine, expand or revise current interpretations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialising in carefully curated British and European fine art, antiques and historic works of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery artwork is professionally researched and catalogued using comparative scholarship, published reference material and more than two decades of experience within the international fine art market. 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