Prick-eared Skye Terrier. Drop-eared Skye Terrier. Walsh

by Walsh, J.H.

Charming antique print of Mr. Martin's Prick-eared Skye Terrier. Mr Russell England's Drop-eared Skye Terrier "Laddie".

Original wood engraving published in London circa 1883 for "British Dogs: Their Varieties, History, Characteristics, Breeding, Management, and Exhibition, Illustrated with Portraits of Dogs of the Day" by Hugh Dalziel who used the pen-name "Corsincon". Dalziel was canine critic for "The Field", kennel editor of "The Country", and a judge at dog shows. Dalziel endeavoured to show the excellence of breed characteristics in each image. This book has been reissued a number of times – in 1879, 1883 and 1897.