18th century antique dog engraving

Description: A lovely, classic antique dog engraving titeld Le Roquet. Historically, 18th-century naturalists like the Comte de Buffon used "le roquet" to describe a specific small type of lapdog or mongrel with a round head and sharp bark. Set on linen in a solid woo vintage oval frame. Professionally framed.

Time period: Late 18th century

Type: Dog engraving, Buffon

Frame: Vintage Italian gilt, wood

Matting: Beige linen

Measurements: 13x11’