This warm-toned photograph shows a hunter seated with a Lefaucheux style shotgun. He wears a wide-brimmed hat and a comfortable ensemble featuring a light shirt, a dark waistcoat, and patterned knickerbockers tucked into high boots. A loyal dog sits attentively by his side, enhancing the sense of a strong bond between them. The hunter's relaxed posture and half-smile convey a sense of satisfaction and ease, reflective of the contentment found in the sport and companionship. The simple, unadorned backdrop focuses the viewer’s attention on the man, his dog, and the shotgun, encapsulating a moment in the life of a 19th-century sportsman.
