The wild dog before 1869

"The Wild Dog" is a photogravure by Arthur Lucas, created before 1869. The image depicts a close-up portrait of a wild dog, presumably a Dhole (Cuon alpinus) which are native to India and Southeast Asia. Lucas's work focused on wildlife in India and was likely intended to educate a Western audience about the fascinating creatures they might encounter. The stark black-and-white tones emphasize the animal's features and add to the image's stark realism.