Russian Setter

 History ... this wood engraving comes from

The russian Setter is a type of gundog used most often for hunting game such as quail, pheasant, and grouse. A setter silently searches for game by scent. When prey is encountered the dog's behavior defies nature, and the dog freezes rather than chases after the game. Setters get their name from their distinctive stance; a sort of crouch or "set" upon finding their quarry. Most setters are born with a natural proclivity to hunting. Dogs which show excitement and interest in birds are described as being "birdy", and trainers look for puppies that show this particular trait. Training is usually done with domesticated pigeons.
About / Style ... Wood Engraving - the oldest form of reproducing a design and was practised in Britain before the 15th century. 

  Matting ... this item is supplied in an off white acid free mat, this is both to protect the item and to enhance the display, our mats are cut to standard sizes that fit into standard sized frames.About sizes ... the actual size of the print, as seen on this page, is 10.5 x 8.5 cms About condition all of our antique prints are of a presentable and useable condition, we tend to be quite harsh in our description, but bear in mind an antique print will never be 'mint' like a new print would be and there are usually very tiny occasional spots. However we do not offer anything up for sale which we do not feel would hang well on the wall and be a credit to your home!!!  

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