Achim Von Arnim-Bärwalde, Borzoi 1880s Note the diagonal from the

Note the diagonal from the top left down that brings weight and depth to the composition

Three figures kneel at the ironwork gates with a glimpse of the altar beyond them

The general atmosphere feels a little Roman and it sits alongside works by Caravaggio quite comfortably

Board is a little curved

But then came the terrifying realities of WWI

Achim Von Arnim-Bärwalde, Borzoi 1880s Note the diagonal from theThis exquisite 19th century oil painting by German artist Achim Von Arnim Brwalde (1848 1891) depicts a borzoi proudly standing within a dark interior. Its a wonderful study that seems to capture the creatures loyalty, alertness and gentle demeanour. Von Arnim Brwalde is predominantly known for history paintings, particularly those based upon English subjects. He was born into a noble family and the first grandson of Bettina and Achim von Arnim. His