Buttoned into a flawless tuxedo, this boxer strikes the pose of an old formal portrait, chin up and bow tie perfectly straight. The white shirt front stands out against the fawn coat, and the ramrod posture mimics to perfection those ceremonial canvases where sitters held still for hours. The line work nods to the classical masters, yet one droopy ear and a slightly dim-witted stare give the joke away at once. Here is all the grandeur of a gala evening, revised and corrected by a dog who would frankly rather be chasing a ball across the garden.

This print belongs to our gallery of impeccably dressed dogs, part of our Dog Posters collection. It works wonders in a study, a dining room or a home bar, and will win over anyone who likes a smart interior with a streak of irony. It slots naturally into a gallery wall or stands alone on a neutral background. A tip of the hat to boxer lovers and to every fan of portraits that happily break the mould.

• Offered in 16 sizes, from the compact 13×18 cm to the imposing A0
• Bare print version or a frame in black, white, light wood or dark wood
• Printed on demand with fine papers and inks
• Free shipping

A tailor-made gift for the boxer owner with a taste for good manners and well-placed jokes.