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Cute Overload - The Basset Hound Poster
by Alexandra Till
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Cute Overload - The Basset Hound poster by Alexandra Till. Our posters are produced on acid-free papers using archival inks to guarantee that they last a lifetime without fading or loss of color. All posters include a 1" white border around the image to allow for future framing and matting, if desired.
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© Christine Till
Originally from France, the "Basset" (derived from the French word "bas" meaning 'low thing' or 'dwarf') was developed as a hunting hound that could be followed on foot. By the 1700's, Basset Hounds were used extensively throughout France, differing somewhat in appearance from province to province. It is believed that at about this time, George Washington received a pair of Bassets as a gift from LaFayette, and in the 1800's Bassets were exported to England and then to the United States.
His temperament is mild, his devotion extreme. His scenting ability, second only to the Bloodhound, has made him an exceptional hunting and trailing dog. His long ears, facial wrinkles, deep muzzle and dewlaps help trap and hold the scent. Sturdy legs and loose skin help him track through thorny brambles and difficult terrain. While these characteristics might make him amusing in appearance, these characteristics are functional.
Bassets have easygoing temperaments...
About Alexandra Till
My photography covers a wide range of subjects such as fine art, still life, black and white, infrared, portrait, animal, architecture, landscape, national and international travel and corporate (commercial) images. All my photographs and photo objects are available as fine-quality Prints or as immediate downloads from http://www.ct-graphics.com/. Get them as Calendars from redbubble, or digital per email, or on CD / DVD. If you are serious about upscale photography, please contact me for a free consultation. I cover assignments throughout the United States and abroad. I will also be happy to help you if you have a question about a picture, or would like a different format, size, customization, or need custom stock photos. My...
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