Favourite companions

Bring the timeless beauty of John Emms's Favourite companions into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.

John Emms’ Favourite Companions is a captivating Victorian-era painting that radiates warmth and charm through its masterful depiction of two hunting dogs resting in harmony. Executed in Emms’ characteristic naturalistic style, this oil painting showcases his exceptional ability to capture animal anatomy and emotion with remarkable precision, set against a muted countryside backdrop that enhances the dogs’ tactile fur textures. As an established sporting artist of the late 19th century, Emms elevated canine portraiture beyond mere documentation, infusing his subjects with distinct personalities – here, the relaxed posture of the hounds conveys quiet companionship. The artwork occupies a significant niche in British sporting art history, bridging traditional hunt scenes with intimate animal studies that appealed to both aristocratic patrons and rising middle-class collectors. Its balanced composition and subtle play of light demonstrate Emms’ academic training under Sir Edwin Landseer’s influence, while foreshadowing the Edwardian era’s more sentimental approach to animal painting.

For interior applications, Favourite Companions makes an ideal statement piece in traditional studies, country-style lounges, or professional offices seeking to project refined warmth. The painting’s earthy palette of ochres and browns harmonizes beautifully with leather furnishings, mahogany wood tones, or Farrow & Ball’s heritage green wall colors. Consider flanking it with brass sconces to highlight the metallic accents in the dogs’ collars, or pairing it with Chesterfield sofas for a coherent Victorian aesthetic. In contemporary spaces, a large-scale reproduction (recommended minimum 24x36 inches for wall impact) above a fireplace or console table creates an arresting focal point, its horizontal format stabilizing asymmetrical layouts. For smaller rooms, the artwork’s inherent coziness enhances intimate corners when displayed at eye level with complementary textures like woven wool throws or aged bronze objets d’art. The scene’s tranquil yet masculine energy particularly suits private libraries or executive suites, where its narrative of loyalty subtly reinforces ideals of steadfast partnership.

When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.

We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.