J.E. Jeffreys 1889 Pencil Drawing of Hiking Man and Dog Lois Gross Smiley 9 1/2" long x 4

9 1/2" long x 4 3/8" tall x 3/4" thick and in good vintage condition

and some other minor scattered staining

including wonderfully detailed teeth and long eye lashes

It appears to be dated 1810 (though I’m not certain if this is actually the date as it seems Rock of Ages imagery came into popularity somewhat later in the 19th century

He's had a life for sure

J.E. Jeffreys 1889 Pencil Drawing of Hiking Man and Dog Lois Gross Smiley 9 1/2" long x 4The patiently waiting, clearly very loyal dog in this sweet antique British graphite drawing really sold me on it, but I love the scene and mood it captures as a whole that satisfying moment of pause on a long walk, when just the right spot to rest and look around is found, and when one can imagine having a smoke is especially satisfying! The house on the hill in the distance, and the hat on his head, walking stick in his hand and pack slung over his