Les Chiens Coiffés (c. 1825) — lithograph by A. Cheyère

Canine chic with a wink. This playful 19th-century lithograph lines up well-groomed dogs like salon sitters—pomaded curls, jaunty bows, and proud profiles—turning fashion’s fuss into lighthearted charm. A witty conversation piece with elegant, period poise.

Why it captivates

• Humour + refinement — satire delivered with impeccable draftsmanship.

• Character studies — each dog a distinct “personality” in posture and coiffure.

• Graphic snap — crisp lines and balanced spacing read beautifully across a room.

• Timeless palette — warm paper tones suit classic and contemporary interiors.

• Conversation starter — delightful in living rooms, libraries, and entryways.

What you’ll see

A neat array of coiffed dogs, shown in profile and three-quarter views with bows, topknots, and trimmed ears. The background stays spare so the expressions, silhouettes, and hairdos take centre stage—elegant, orderly, and gently absurd.

A richer historical frame

By the 1820s, lithography had become Paris’s favourite medium for quick, witty prints—ideal for fashion foibles, social “types,” and anthropomorphic humour. Cheyère’s Les Chiens Coiffés fits this tradition: a salon of stylish sitters, translated into dogs, where grooming trends meet light satire.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—perfect for busy spaces.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine gradation.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

674 × 841 mm (approx. 26.54 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.801 : 1 (≈ 4 : 5)

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait

• Framing tips:

  • Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~670 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

  • Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the sheet edge and create a clean shadow gap.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Dog lovers & humourists

• Designers & stylists seeking witty, refined graphics

• Collectors of 19th-century prints and lithographic satire

• Gift-givers after a charming, conversation-ready classic

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Let coiffed charm trot into your home—order your Les Chiens Coiffés print today.