Sculptuur van een hond en een kind door Auguste Jean Baptiste Lechesne, tentoongesteld op de Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations van 1851 in Londen 1851

This photograph, taken in 1851, captures a sculpture titled "Child caressing his defender." It was created by an unknown artist and displayed at the Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations in London. The sculpture, featuring a young boy embracing a dog, is a poignant and heartwarming depiction of the bond between humans and animals. The artwork exemplifies the artistic styles of the 19th century, characterized by a focus on realism and emotional expression. The sculpture is likely made of plaster, as was common for such works at the time. This artwork is a testament to the enduring power of human-animal relationships.