King Charles Spaniels

"King Charles Spaniels" is an exquisite Animal painting from the 1830s-1840s that depicts Dash, a beloved King Charles Spaniel owned by Queen Victoria. Renowned as "the Queen's closest childhood companion," Dash’s portrait exemplifies the Romanticism style, emphasizing the emotional bond between humans and animals. The painting captures the delicate and affectionate nature characteristic of Animal painting during this period, highlighting the cultural significance of pets in Victorian society and celebrating the personal connection between the monarch and her canine friend.