Mr.J.Locke's Dandie Dinmonts "Doctor" and "Tib Mumps" c1878.

by A. Baker

Antique print of Dandie Dinmonts, Doctor and Tib Mumps.

Original wood engraving circa 1878 by Butterworth and Heath after a sketch 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, Walsh was an expert in the management of dogs and the treatment of their illnesses. He became a sporting writer, and wrote many articles and books under the pen-name “Stonehenge”.  In 1856 Walsh joined the staff of "The Field" journal, and by the end of the following year became its editor.

Page size 24 x 17.5 cm (9.5 x 7 inches). Image approximately 11.5 x 13.5 cm (4 1/2 x 5 1/4 inches).