After Gustav Muss-Arnolt Chromolithograph Print on Paper, Setter Dog on Point

Description

DETAILS
An antique, hunting scene of a black and white setter dog on a grassy hill, alerting and pointing towards … more DETAILS
An antique, hunting scene of a black and white setter dog on a grassy hill, alerting and pointing towards game. This image was used on the Cow Brand Baking soda advertising in the early 20th century. Cow Brand later became Arm & Hammer.

MEDIUM
Chromolithograph print on paper

FRAMING
Wood framed under UV protected museum glass.

PLACE OF ORIGIN
United States

MAKER
After Gustav (aka Gustave) Muss-Arnolt (American, 1858-1927) | Active: New York/Massachusetts. Known for sporting paintings of domestic animals, especially hunting dogs, wild fowl and horses. Emigrated to the United States in 1890. The artist had a keen interest in dogs serving on the board of the American Kennel Club (1906-9).

MARKS
Signed (lower right): G. Muss Arnolt.

PERIOD
Early 20th century

DATE
Circa 1900

DIMENSIONS
Width 18.25 Depth 0.75 Height 26.5 inches
Sight: Width 15.25 Height 23.25 inches less