Braided coat, medals across the chest and a proud tilt of the head, this black Labrador poses like an imperial marshal for the most solemn of official portraits. The craftsmanship, worthy of the old painting masters, plays against the dog's gentle muzzle and can't help but raise a smile. The dark background and soft, museum-like light heighten the sense of occasion. Beneath the gold braid and the decorations sits a loyal companion promoted to officer for the length of a sitting.

The illustration belongs to our series of animals in costume, where every companion takes on a heroic role with the utmost seriousness. It carries real swagger in a living room, a study or an entrance hall you want to lift, and sits quite naturally alongside our other Dog Posters, from the noblest to the most playful.

• 16 formats in the catalogue, from 13×18 cm to a large A0
• As a poster or under a black, white, light- or dark-wood frame
• Printed on demand, with quality inks and paper throughout
• Free delivery

A gift full of elegance and gentle wit for an owner proud of their Labrador, delighted to see their loyal sidekick made a general for the space of a portrait, and hung somewhere proud.