After Arthur John Elsley, “Golden Hours” (often issued as “Playmates”) — children with pony & collie — framed print
 
Charming reproduction print after British Victorian/Edwardian artist Arthur John Elsley (1860–1952), famed for scenes of children and animals. The composition shows a small white pony led by a group of children with a collie looking on—one of Elsley’s best-loved images.
Artwork: “Golden Hours” (original painting dated 1908 and exhibited as The First Ride in 1903; many later publishers retitled prints “Playmates”).
Medium: modern photo-mechanical reproduction (offset print) after the painting; not an original period print.
Signature/date in the image: printed “Arthur J. Elsley” with the 1908 date (from the source work).
Dimensions: image ~12.5" × 9.5"; frame 19.5" × 15.5".
Frame: vintage dark wood frame with decorative profile; glass front; wired to hang.
Shipping: Included within the U.S.
Visual condition report (see photos): print surface clean overall; mat shows scattered foxing/toning; small marks/age to glazing; frame shows edge wear and scuffs; secure in frame with older wooden backboard and hanging wire. Ready to hang.
Research notes / title check: Christie's documents this composition as “Golden Hours” (signed and dated 1908; originally exhibited as The First Ride). Later retail posters and décor prints frequently use the title “Playmates,”.
 
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