Lot 251: A life size gilt zinc model of a greyhound, early 20th century

After John Francis Mounted on an oak plinth, restorations 321/2in. (82.5cm.) high, 391/2in. (100.3cm.) wide overall NOTES The present model is a copy of the greyhound 'Eos', a bronze work by the sculptor John Francis (1780-1861), which was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1848. Eos was one of Queen Victoria's favorite dogs, and there were bronze models made for both the Italian Gardens at Osborne House, Isle of Wight, and Windsor Castle.