Achim Von Arnim-Bärwalde, Borzoi

Achim Von Arnim-Bärwalde, BorzoiThis exquisite 19th century oil painting by German artist Achim Von Arnim Brwalde (1848 1891) depicts a borzoi proudly standing within a dark interior. Its a wonderful study that seems to capture the creatures loyalty, alertness and gentle demeanour. Von Arnim Brwalde is predominantly known for history paintings, particularly those based upon English subjects. He was born into a noble family and the first grandson of Bettina and Achim von Arnim. His

This early-20th-century watercolour by British artist William Hatherell (1855-1928) depicts a loving couple embracing on a balcony before a city at night

A few small marks here and there

The hustle and bustle of traders is captured adroitly as they arrange their stalls

They’re flanked by mature trees and there appears to be a river running in front of them

there is no trace to be found

A sumptuous Victorian still life with an array of fruit by Derbyshire painter

looks towards the audience with a rigid expression

With a carved relief on his right

We particularly love the dog

Van de Leene has used a low-key palette to capture this stony grey cobbled street

Little is known about Rau but he often painted scenes depicting everyday moments from rural life

The painting is signed on the right and housed within a later frame