Lauren Davies of The Breeders project I wrote about on Monday emailed me asking for assistance. She is looking for fur from some specific dog breeds that she can’t seem to find through her local groomers. So, Collie, Borzoi, Afghan Hound, Sheltie, and Scottie owners, if you would like to donate your dog’s hair or fur to this super cool dog art show, contact Lauren. She will pay for shipping.
Above: Lauren’s drawing of the hairless Xoloitzcuintli dog.
Fox Terrier
When premier shelter blogger Grace Bonney picks a dog, I take notice. Grace, who’s gorgeous Design * Sponge sets a standard for us all, recently visited Eden & Eden in SF, a store she describes as “oozing a genuine love of beautiful objects.” And after three days of indecision, she decided to purchase one item — a Cmielow Fox Terrier.
Cmielow figurines at Eden & Eden
The Polish town of Cmielow has porcelain factories that date back to 1790. In the late 50’s and early 60’s renowned artists such as Lubomiren Tomaszewski, Hanna Orthwein, Henryk Jedrasiak, Mieczyslaw Naruszewicz designed modern figurines that were influenced by the works of Picasso and Henry Moore. These highly sought after pieces soon became harder and harder to find as the factory’s production declined and eventually stopped.
Now, new owners have recovered the original molds (from the basement) and are making these wonderful works of art again. Each one is crafted by hand, signed, and shipped with a certificate of authenticity. England’s Blue Poppy Art is one of the top wholesalers of Cmielow. They issue 2 limited editions each year, a catalogue upon request, and they are happy to sell retail if you contact them directly.
Collie
Borzoi
Poodle
Bedlington Terrier
Dachshund
Whippet