"Dash, Hector, Nero, & A Lory." 1813 - 1887

Frederick Bacon's "Dash, Hector, Nero, & A Lory" is a charming and detailed 19th-century depiction of four animal companions. The artwork, likely a print, features a group of dogs (Dash, Hector, and Nero) and a parrot, likely a lory, in a domestic setting. The dogs are positioned around a cushioned footstool, with Nero, a large hound, standing tall while Dash, a Greyhound, stands attentively behind. The small, white and brown Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Hector, rests gracefully on the stool. The parrot, perched on a stack of wood, adds a vibrant touch to the composition. Bacon, known for his detailed animal portraits, captures the individual personalities of these beloved companions in a heartwarming scene.