1 ) A pair of Minton plates painted with Queen Victoria’s Collies Fern & Noble by Eva Langham (the Queen’s lady-in-waiting)
A pair of reticulated Minton plates showing images of Queen Victoria’s favourite Collies, Fern & Noble III recumbent in a Highland setting by Eva Langham (the Queen’s lady-in-waiting).

2 ) An oil of a Collie type favoured by Queen Victoria such as “Noble” or “Fern”, attributable to Robert L Alexander, R.S.A, R.S.W. (Scottish, 1840 - 1923)
An oil on canvas of a Collie type favoured by Queen Victoria such as “Noble” or “Fern”, being black-and-tan in colour, with white markings. Attributable to the Scottish artist Robert L Alexander, R.S.A, R.S.W. (Scottish, 1840 - 1923)

3 ) Ivorine miniature of a Rough Collie with puppy by Cecil Charles Windsor Aldin RBA (English, 1870-1935)
An ivorine miniature of a recumbent Rough Collie disturbed by a puppy, by Cecil Charles Windsor Aldin RBA (English, 1870-1935). Signed bottom left “Cecil Aldin”. English, circa 1930’s.

4 ) Pastel on paper of a Bearded Collie by Marjorie Turner (English, early 20th century)
A pastel on buff card of a Bearded Collie before a window recumbent on a red tartan rug. Signed bottom left "Marjorie Turner".

5 ) The Rough Collie “Lad”, oil for Albert Payson Terhune (American, 1872-1942) by Marguerite Kirmse (English, 1885-1954)
An oil on canvas of Albert Payson Terhune’s Rough Collie “Lad” on a frozen pond by Marguerite Kirmse (English, 1885-1954). This was famously illustrated in Terhune’s 1929 book “Lad of Sunnybank” published Grosset & Dunlap, New York. Terhune was popular for his novels relating the adventures of his beloved collies and as a breeder of collies at his Sunnybank Kennels. The books were chiefly illustrated by Marguerite Kirmse. Signed bottom right “Marguerite Kirmse”. American, circa 1920.

6 ) The Rough Collie “Bruce”, oil for Albert Payson Terhune (American, 1872-1942) by Marguerite Kirmse (English, 1885-1954)
An oil on canvas of Albert Payson Terhune’s Rough Collie “Bruce” on the bench at a dog show by Marguerite Kirmse (English, 1885-1954). This was famously illustrated to the cover of Terhune’s 1920 book “Bruce” published Grosset & Dunlap, New York. Terhune was popular for his novels relating the adventures of his beloved collies and as a breeder of collies at his Sunnybank Kennels. The books were chiefly illustrated by Marguerite Kirmse. Signed bottom right “Marguerite Kirmse”. American, circa 1920.

7 ) Oil on canvas of "Lilly Rightaway" by Maud Earl (English, 1864-1943)
An image of Princess de Montglyon and Countess d'Argenteau famous " Lilly Rightaway " recumbent on a drape covered sofa. The painting was famously reproduced (page 438) in Compte Henri de Bylandt (H.A. graff van Bylandt). From the Kennel Gazette: “Other well-known inmates of Her Highness's kennels are Old Hall Shamrock, Lily Rightaway, Champion Barwell Masterpiece, Lady Clinker, and Ormskirk Iodone, all Rough-coated Collies; and Jock, and Worry of Argenteau, Fox-terriers. The kennels at Chateau d'Argenteaux, in Belgium, are well appointed, and every care and attention is given to the comfort and well-being of the animals, under the personal supervision of the Princess, who takes great interest in her pets. Her Highness was born Princess de Montglyon and Countess d'Argenteau, and is the wife of the Due d'Avaray. I am sure even these few words will be interesting to my readers about one holding an envied position amongst Doggy People, with whom she is deservedly popular. Besides the portrait of Her Highness, I am able to give pictures of some of the celebrated Collies in Her Highness's kennel.” English, circa 1895.

8 ) Miniature of a Collie by Prince George Dondoukoff-Iziedinoff (aka Dondokoff or Dondukov) Dondoukoff-Iziedinoff A.R.M.S. (Russian 20th century)
A watercolour on ivory of a head and shoulders study of a Collie. Signed and dated bottom right “Iziedinoff 36”. To the reverse “liste III N10”. Russian 1936.

9 ) Watercolour of the Rough Collie "Glenboy" by Frances Fairman (English, 1836-1923)
Watercolour study of the Rough Collie "Glenboy" by Frances C Fairman (English, 1836-1923). Signed and dated bottom right "F.Fairman 1898". Tilled top left "GLENBOY". English 1898.

10 ) Oil on canvas of a Rough Collie by Maud Earl (English, 1864-1943)
An oil on canvas of a seated Rough Collie in highland heather moor by Maud Earl. Signed bottom left “Maud Earl”. English, circa 1890. Maud Earl received many famous commissions from Collie fanciers and breeders including those from the Woodmansterne Kennels of the Rev. Hans Hamilton, Princess de Montglyon’s Collies and “Snowball” for Queen Victoria, around 1895.

11 ) Pencil drawing of a "Rough Collie" by Herbert Thomas Dicksee RE (English, 1862 - 1942)
A pencil drawing on paper of a seated Rough Collie by Herbert Thomas Dicksee RE (English, 1862 - 1942) of a seated and expectant Scottish Terrier. The preparatory drawing for the Collie in the etching "Should Auld Acquaintance Be Forgot" published by the Fine Arts Society 1903.

12 ) A Victorian graphite miniature of a Rough Collie. Unsigned
A late 19th century oval graphite miniature of a head study of a Rough Collie. English, circa 1880

13 ) Watercolour of a Shetland Collie / Sheltie by Evelyn Lina Linton, née Beckles (English, 1888-1986)
A head study in watercolour of a Shetland Collie / Sheltie by the English canine artist Evelyn Lina Linton, née Beckles (1888-1986). The reverse bears old label “EVELYN LINE BECKLES (1885 - ?) Portrait and Animal Painter (m. William Evans Linton RWA) Exhibited at the RWA, RCA, etc.. W/colour portrait of a Sheltie”. Note the label spelling error in ‘Lina’, this is often erroneously misspelt. English, circa 1960

14 ) A chromolithograph on India Proof of children and Rough Collie after Arthur J Elsley (English 1860-1952)
A rare artist’s proof chromolithograph on India Proof after Arthur J Elsley 1908 painting of children with wheel barrow in a garden greeted by a Rough Collie. A rare image not recorded in Terry Parker’s Golden Hours The Paintings of Arthur J Elsley 1860-1952”, a comprehensive account of the work of Arthur J Elsley. Signed in pencil bottom left “Arthur J Elsley”. Lettered top right “Copyright registered Published 1908 by Landerker & Brown, 28 & 30 Worship Street, London, E.C. entered according to Act of Congress 1908 at Washington”, bottom right “Painted by Arther J Elsey”, and printed “Arthur J Elsley 1908”.

15 ) Sheltland Collie by by Marion Rodger Harvey (Scottish 1886 - 1971)
A pastel of a Sheltland Collie by by Marion Rodger Harvey (Scottish 1886 - 1971). Signed bottom left “Marion Harvey”

16 ) Rough Collie Dogs by Adrienne Lester (English, 1870-1950)
An oil of a standing and recumbent Rough Collie in moorland landscape, by Adrienne Lester (English, 1870-1950). Signed bottom right “Adrienne Lester”.

17 ) Engraving of the Rough Collie 'Eclipse' by Joseph Bishop Pratt (English, 1854-1910), after Frank Paton (English, 1856-1909)
Engraving of the Rough Collie 'Eclipse' by Joseph Bishop Pratt (English, 1854-1910), after Frank Paton (English, 1856-1909) A mixed method engraving of the Rough Collie 'Eclipse' by Joseph Bishop Pratt (English, 1854-1910), after Frank Paton (English, 1856-1909), and published by E. E. Leggatt (Legatt Brothers) of 62 Cheapside, London. Lettered London Published 2nd Jan. 1888. by E.E. Leggatt. 62 Cheapside_ Knoedler & Co. New York

18 ) Oil on canvas of "Champion Old Hall Beatrice" by Maud Earl (English, 1864-1943)
An image of Princess de Montglyon and Countess d'Argenteau famous "Champion Old Hall Beatrice" standing in snow covered landscape by Maud Earl. The painting was famously reproduced in Compte Henri de Bylandt (H.A. graff van Bylandt) "Les Races de Chiens" / "Dogs of all Nations" published in Brussels in 1897.

19 ) Oil on canvas of the Rough Collie "Ch. Rufford Ormonde" by Herbert St John Jones (English, 1872-1939)
Oil on canvas of the Rough Collie "Ch. Rufford Ormonde" standing upon a red patterned carpet within an oak panelled interior by Herbert St John Jones (English, 1872-1939) Signed and dated 'Herbert H Jones 1906' To the reverse inscribed: "High Life original sketch by H. H. Jones of Nantwich Rufford Ormonde (CSB 2336) bred by Mr Stretch Ormskirk 1906" Ch. Rufford Ormonde won his first C.C at The Kennel Club Show of 1892, when he also won, what is now the British Collie Club Challenge Trophy for, the first time. He won this trophy further, twice in 1894, after his name change. This makes him the only dog to have won this trophy in different names, Ormskirk Ormonde and Rufford Ormonde.

20 ) An oil on canvas a Rough Collie by Arthur Wardle, R.I., R.B.C. (English 1864-1949) SOLD
An oil on canvas of an affectionate and loved Rough Collie seated in doorway on stone steps, by Arthur Wardle, R.I., R.B.C. (English, 1864-1949). Titled to the reverse, "My Lady's Companion" and further dedicated: 'With the Best Wishes/ for the future from A. Wardle' English, circa 1900

21 ) An enamel of Queen Victoria's beloved dogs, Noble, Waldman, Wat and Fern at Windsor Castle by Alexander Lamont Henderson (English, 1838 - 1907)

22 ) Rough Collie by Edward Swain (1847-1902)
Pencil drawing on paper of a standing Rough Collie by Edward Swain (1847-1902). Signed lower left "E.Swain" and titled "Love Letter A Celebrated Prize Collie". English circa 1880.

23 ) Rough Collie Oil on canvas
Rough Collie portrait. Oil on canvas. Unsigned, American school, circa 1900.

24 ) Collie by Richard Hewitt-Moore SOLD
Pencil drawing of a Ruff Collie on paper, by and signed in pencil "Richard Hewitt-Moore". SOLD

25 ) Gold Reverse intaglio crystal Collie Bracelet
Rough Collie reverse intaglio crystal bracelet in 14 carat gold setting. American, circa 1920.

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