Portrait of an Unknown Family with a Terrier c. 1825 - 1835

This unsigned portrait of an unknown family and their terrier, created between 1825 and 1835, showcases the intimate and domestic life of a middle-class family in the early 19th century. The simple composition, characterized by the family's relaxed poses and the inclusion of everyday objects like books and a basket of flowers, emphasizes the importance of family and home. The artist, likely a local folk artist, used a direct and unpretentious style to capture the family's likeness, making this artwork a valuable document of a bygone era.