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Aldin Collection (#9)

"Aldin: A Master of Capturing Life's Moments in Art" Cecil Aldin, a renowned artist and illustrator

Background imageAldin Collection: Title page design by Cecil Aldin, Pickles

Title page design by Cecil Aldin, Pickles, showing the puppy in question running round the outer border. Date: 1909

Background imageAldin Collection: Frontispiece illustration by Cecil Aldin, The Snob

Frontispiece illustration by Cecil Aldin, The Snob. Showing a footman carrying a small dog to his aristocratic master. " The dawg, My Lord." Date: 1904

Background imageAldin Collection: Title page illustration by Cecil Aldin, The Snob

Title page illustration by Cecil Aldin, The Snob, Some Episodes in a Mis-spent Youth, showing two dogs fighting and another dog walking off with a bone in its mouth. Date: 1904

Background imageAldin Collection: Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure

Endpaper design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure, showing a street in Bunnyborough, with the pompous beadle Mr Swizzle, his shopkeeper wife Mrs Swizzle, and various rabbits. Date: 1921

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure. Pat follows her pet terrier Tatters through a hole in the roots of an old oak tree. Date: 1921

Background imageAldin Collection: Cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure

Cover design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure, with an orange tree at the centre. Date: 1921

Background imageAldin Collection: Title page design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure

Title page design by Cecil Aldin, The Great Adventure, showing a rabbit eating an orange. Date: 1921

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Mac

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Mac
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- Mac lies on a cushion in his new home in London, thinking he might quite like it here with his new owner, Mistress Gray

Background imageAldin Collection: Title page design by Cecil Aldin, Mac

Title page design by Cecil Aldin, Mac, a story about a white Scots terrier. Date: 1912

Background imageAldin Collection: Cover design by Cecil Aldin, Mac

Cover design by Cecil Aldin, Mac, a story about a white Scots terrier. Date: 1912

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, sleeping bulldog

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, sleeping bulldog
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, a sleeping bulldog. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Saint Bernard posing

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Saint Bernard posing
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- a Saint Bernard posing for Aldin to sketch, looking rather unwilling, uninterested and sleepy. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Cracker organising a dog show

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Cracker organising a dog show
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- Cracker the bull terrier organising a dog show for mongrels at Porlock Weir, Somerset. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, dog being given a bath

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, dog being given a bath
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- Tatters, a wire-haired fox terrier, being given a bath in the scullery sink, an operation which he hated. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Cracker under a table

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Cracker under a table
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, his bull terrier, Cracker, sitting under a small table, before he learned to lie down properly. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, buying a white French poodle

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, buying a white French poodle
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- the young Aldin in the rag and dog market at Bruges, Belgium, buying a large white French poodle. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, bull terrier lying down

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, bull terrier lying down
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, a bull terrier lying down (probably Aldins own dog, Cracker). Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, dogs at supper time

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, dogs at supper time
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Micky, Cracker and other dogs at supper time, waiting for their name to be called individually before they rush forward to their bowl of food. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, foxhound puppy

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, foxhound puppy
Illustration by Cecil Aldin, a very cute foxhound puppy. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Tatters exploring a town

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, Tatters exploring a town
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- Tatters, a wire-haired fox terrier, exploring a town while on a trip with his master. Date: 1927

Background imageAldin Collection: Illustration by Cecil Aldin, the mongrel dog show

Illustration by Cecil Aldin, the mongrel dog show
Illustration by Cecil Aldin -- the mongrel dog show at Porlock Weir, Somerset, showing an entry for the dog with the most sympathetic eyes. Date: 1927




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"Aldin: A Master of Capturing Life's Moments in Art" Cecil Aldin, a renowned artist and illustrator, has left an indelible mark on the world of art with his captivating works. From his famous illustrations like "For What We Are About to Receive" to "Sleeping Partners and Dissolved Partnership, " Aldin's talent for bringing scenes to life is unparalleled. One cannot help but be enchanted by Aldin's depiction of dogs walking in "Illustration by Cecil Aldin, dog walking. " The way he captures their joyful energy and companionship is truly heartwarming. Similarly, in "This Weeks Woggles. XV. - Affection by Cecil Aldin, " we see the tender bond between humans and animals beautifully portrayed. Aldin's versatility shines through as he showcases his skill in various subjects. Whether it be capturing the elegance of a handler at Peterborough Show or illustrating adorable Sealyham terrier puppies, each piece reflects his attention to detail and love for his craft. In "The Derby 1923" and "The Master foxhound, " Aldin demonstrates his ability to capture the excitement and spirit of sporting events. His dynamic brushstrokes transport us into these thrilling moments, making us feel like we are right there alongside him. Not only does Aldin excel at depicting action-packed scenes, but he also knows how to capture quiet moments that touch our hearts. Just take a look at Mickie, the Irish Wolfhound comfortably lounging in a chair – it exudes both regality and warmth simultaneously. Aldin's playful side comes alive in illustrations such as "Tatters chasing the car" where mischief meets charm. And let us not forget about Jack and Jill – characters brought to life through another delightful illustration by Cecil Aldin. Through sketches of Irish Wolfhounds or any other subject matter he chooses, one thing remains constant – Cecil Aldin's ability to evoke emotions and tell stories through his art.