Skip to main content

He is Saved

c. 1866-1872
After Sir Edwin Landseer (English, 1802–1873) Published by Currier & Ives, 152 Nassau St., New York (1835–1907)
Heroic rescue dogs found a staunch advocate in the English artist Sir Edwin Landseer. His paintings of Newfoundland dogs rushing to the aid of humans in distress were so popular that the distinctive black-and-white variety of the breed he featured now officially bears his name. In the late 1850s, engraved prints were issued in England reproducing Landseer’s portrait of the celebrated rescue dog Bashaw, seen in To the Rescue (Philadelphia Museum of Art, 1977-297-131) and his painting Saved, which tells the touching story of a young child dragged from the surf by a trusty water dog. In the United States, Currier & Ives later popularized versions of these same images.

Object Details

We are always open to learning more about our collections and updating the website. Does this record contain inaccurate information or language that you feel we should improve or change? Contact us here.

Please note that this particular artwork might not be on view when you visit. Don’t worry—we have plenty of exhibitions for you to explore.