1 ) Griffon Bruxellois, Belgium, reverse intaglio 18 carat gold set crystal brooch
A beautiful large reverse intaglio coaching crystal brooch of a head study of a Griffon Bruxellois. The pampered pet wears a blue silk bow, and it’s collar is adorned with three gold bells. Mother of pearl backed and set in an 18 carat gold ‘Gordion Knot’ style frame. The crystal was most likely carved by a member of the Pradier family, prominent carvers in Belgium at that time. Belgium, circa 1890.

2 ) Griffon Bruxellois oil by Charles H D Boland (Belgium, c.1850-?)
An oil on canvas of a pampered Griffon Bruxellois in a garden of blooms of roses and honeysuckle. The dog wears a luxurious pearl collar. Signed and dated bottom right “Ch. Boland 1895”. Belgium 1895.

3 ) Oil on canvas of Tibetan Spaniels by Mme Sophie von Pir (Belgium, 1858-1936)
Oil on canvas of a pair of young Tibetan Spaniels upon a chair within a richly furnished interior by Mme Sophie von Pir (Belgium 1858-1936). Signed bottom right “Sophie Pir”. Belgium, circa 1900.

4 ) Oil painting of the Griffon Bruxellois “Pamela” by Mrs E. Marion Nelson (English, ex.1890-1930).
An oil of a head study of the Griffon Bruxellois “Pamela” by Mrs E Marion Nelson (English, ex.1890-1930). Titled bottom left “Pamela” signed and dated bottom right “E M Nelson 1926”. With an “Aldridge Bros. Worthing” label verso, English, circa 1926.

5 ) A Griffon Bruxellois, miniature in watercolour by Mrs Ellen Sylvia Shaw (English, 1868-1947)
A miniature in watercolour on ivory of head and shoulder study of a Griffon Bruxellois by Mrs Ellen Sylvia Shaw (English, 1868-1947). In silvere frame. English, circa 1937.

6 ) “Ludo” Oil of a Brussels Griffon by Édouard Paul Mérite (German / French, 1867 – 1941)
An oil on board of “Ludo” a seated Brussels Griffon by Édouard Paul Mérite (German / French, 1867 – 1941) Signed bottom right “Mérite” French, circa 1900.

7 ) Griffon Bruxellois etching by Leon Danchin (1887 - 1939)
Rare and early etching of head studies of two Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (1887-1938). Published by Devambez et Associes the publishing house of 43 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. Danchin entrusted Edouard Devambez and his partner Georges Weil to publish his work from 1925 to 1932, with the lithographs usually limited from 300 to 400 editions. Once the required number of prints was reached, the copper plate was scratched and discarded. The etching also bears 1920’s label to the reverse for “J Gautier 19 Rue de Sèvres Paris”. A Parisian firm of guilders and framers established in the 19th century. (Gautier was also a director of the ‘Conservatoire des Arts et Métiers’). Signed in pencil by "Leon Danchin" (1887-1938). French, circa 1925.

8 ) An oil of a Smooth-hair Griffon Bruxellois by Anthonij Rudolf Mauve (Dutch, 1838 - 1888)
An oil on mahogany panel of a seated smooth-haired Griffon Bruxellois wearing an exquisite leather and silver collar with gold coloured bells by Anthonij Rudolf Mauve (Dutch, 1838 - 1888). Signed bottom right “A Mauve”

9 ) Oil on canvas of Griffon Bruxellois dogs by Mme Sophie von Pir (Belgium, 1858-1936)
Oil on canvas of a Griffon Bruxellois dogs wrestling with a bone by Mme Sophie von Pir (Belgium 1858-1936). Signed bottom right “Sophie Pir”. Belgium, circa 1900.

10 ) Griffon Bruxellois pencil studies by Borris O'Klein / Jean Herblet (French, 1893-1985)
Pencil studies of the Griffon Bruxellois by Borris O'Klein / Jean Herblet (French, 1893-1985). Titled in pencil "Griffon Bruxellois", and monogrammed bottom right "O'K" (Borris O'Klein). Similar studies of "Bulldog anglais" and "Fox Terriers" are illustrated in O'Klein Humoriste animalier by Denis Montant. French, circa 1950.

11 ) Watercolour of a Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1939).
Head (turned to left) study in pastel of a Griffon Bruxellois by Léon Danchin (French, 1887-1938). Signed in pencil "Léon Danchin" and dated "21". This is a study for the famous series of lithographs of the breed published by Devambez et Associés the publishing house of 43 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. Danchin entrusted Edouard Devambez and his partner Georges Weil to publish his work from 1921 to 1931, with the lithographs usually limited from 300 to 400 editions. For the lithograph series Danchin added such insects as a butterfly or bee. French, circa 1921

12 ) Griffon Bruxellois etching by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1939).
Early 1920’s etching of a Griffon Bruxellois, by Léon Danchin (French, 1887-1939), This is one of the first pre-numbered of the breed before Danchin’s well known Griffon Bruxellois series, published by Devambez et Associés with his partner Georges Weil from 1921 to 1931, with the lithographs usually limited from numbered 300 to 400 editions.

13 ) Oil on canvas of a Bruxellois Griffon by Gaston Noury (French, 1866-1936)
Oil on canvas of a seated Bruxellois Griffon by a fan and bouquet of roses by Gaston Noury (French, 1866-1936). The painting was gifted to Gaston Noury’s friend Mme ‘Zizi’ Landolff. Noury designed costumes for the Moulin Rouge and Ambassadeurs in the Montmartre district, some of which can be seen in the "Les Collections." Of the Musée Christian Dior. Mme ‘Zizi’ Landolff was also a famous French theatrical costume designer. This gift by the artist to Mme Landolff, is most likely a portrait of her Bruxellois Griffon. Inscribed and signed top right “à ZIZI LANDOLFF, son ami Gaston Noury”. French, circa 1890

14 ) Pastel of a Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1938).
Head study in pastel of a Griffon Bruxellois by Léon Danchin (1887-1938). Signed in pencil "Léon Danchin" and dated "1921". This is a study for the famous series of lithographs of the breed published by Devambez et Associes the publishing house of 43 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. Danchin entrusted Edouard Devambez and his partner Georges Weil to publish his work from 1925 to 1932, with the lithographs usually limited from 300 to 400 editions. For the lithograph series Danchin added such insects as a butterfly or bee. French, circa 1921.

15 ) Watercolour of a Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1939).
Head study in pastel of a Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1938). Signed in pencil "Leon Danchin" and dated "21". This is a study for the famous series of lithographs of the breed published by Devambez et Associes the publishing house of 43 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. Danchin entrusted Edouard Devambez and his partner Georges Weil to publish his work from 1921 to 1931, with the lithographs usually limited from 300 to 400 editions. For the lithograph series Danchin added such insects as a butterfly or bee. French, circa 1921.

16 ) Oil on canvas of a Griffon Bruxellois by D Gilpin
Oil on canvas of a Griffon Bruxellois by D Gilpin A head study of a Rough Red Griffon Bruxellois signed 'D Gilpin' and dated '1900' The reverse bears part label 'Lang & Gilders' most likely that of Lang & Co, Carvers and Gilders to Her Late Majesty the Queen Dowager. The Griffon Bruxellois Club was established in 1897 just a year after the breed was first exhibited at Crufts Dog Show 1896, making this one of the earliest representations of the breed in England. 'D Gilpin' is possibly Miss L D Gilpin-Brown of Elmley Lodge, Leamington active at this time.

17 ) Oil on panel of the Griffon Bruxellois "Popski" by Florence Mabel Hollams SWA(English,1877-1963)
Oil on panel of a black seated Griffon Bruxellois, titled "Popski" by Florence Mabel Hollams SWA (English 1877 - 1963) Signed, "F M Hollams", English, circa 1930

18 ) "Scholars" a Griffon Bruxellois and Petit Brabançon oil by Mme Sophie von Pir (Belgium, 1858-1936)
"Scholars" an oil on canvas by Mme Sophie von Pir (Belgium1858-1936).

19 ) Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (1887 - 1939) signed in pencil "Leon Danchin". SOLD
Head study of Griffon Bruxellois surprised by bee, by Leon Danchin (1887-1938). Limited to 300 impressions of a Griffon Bruxellois. published by Devambez et Associes the publishing house of 43 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. Danchin entrusted Edouard Devambez and his partner Georges Weil to publish his work from 1925 to 1932, with the lithographs usually limited from 300 to 400 editions. Signed in pencil by "Leon Danchin" (1887-1938). French. Once the required number of prints was reached, the copper plate was scratched and discarded.

20 ) Needlepoint / needlework / textile / tapestry of a Bruxellois Griffon / Brabancon SOLD
Cross stitch Belgium needlepoint of a Bruxellois Griffon / Brabancon Circa 1870. SOLD

21 ) Griffon Bruxellois "Girlie" by Ernest Herbert Mills (English, 1874-1942)
Pastel on paper of Griffon Bruxellois "Girlie", by Ernest Herbert Mills (English, 1874-1942)and signed "Ernest H. Mills". English, dated "1917".

22 ) Affenpinscher "Chloe" by Ernest Herbert Mills (English, 1874-1942)
Pastel on paper of an Affenpinscher "Chole", by and signed "Ernest H. Mills". English, dated "1917".

23 ) Smooth Hair Bruxellois Griffon by K. C. Brown SOLD
Pen, ink & watercolour of "Quest of Quatt" Smooth Hair Bruxellois Griffon by K. C. Brown, signed & dated "1955". The Quatt kennel collaboration of Joyce Hargreaves (Comeytrowe), Mrs Nutting (Olveston) and Joan Cottrell formed around 1946, near the Quatt, just south of Bridgnorth in Shropshire. The kennels under Joan’s leadership until her death in 1979 and was continued by her daughter Ann until her death in 2001. The kennels were especially known for their French Bulldogs producing a long line of successful dogs, especially clear pieds and fawns, including 31 British champions and many worldwide. The Quatt kennel was the first in Britain to breed champion French Bulldogs in all three colours.

24 ) Miniature Griffon Bruxellois SOLD
Ivory miniature of a Bruxellois Griffon within a gold scalloped frame of natural matching oriental pearls, aged in guilloch

25 ) Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1939) SOLD
Head study of Griffon Bruxellois by Leon Danchin (French, 1887-1938). Limited to 300 impressions of a Griffon Bruxellois and published by Devambez et Associ's of 43 boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. Danchin entrusted Edouard Devambez and his partner Georges Weil to publish his work from 1925 to 1932, with the lithographs usually limited from 300 to 400 editions. Signed in pencil by "Leon Danchin" (1887-1938). French. Once the required number of prints was reached, the copper plate was scratched and discarded.

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