Home > Animals > Mammals > Dogs (Domestic) > Toy > Pug
Pug Peter -- dog with mice and cheese
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Pug Peter -- dog with mice and cheese
Pug Peter -- The Cheese Banquet. A dog surrounded by mice eating cheese. Date: 1905
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 14127962
© Mary Evans Picture Library/John Maclellan
Banquet Cheese Eating Edith Humanised Meal Mice Nesbit Peter Childrens
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Mammals
> Dogs (Domestic)
> Toy
> Pug
> Animals
> Mammals
> Muridae
> Peters Mouse
> Arts
> Literature
EDITORS COMMENTS
Pug Peter and the Mouse Banquet: A Delightful Edwardian Tableau of Canine Camaraderie and Rodent Revelry (1905) In this charming and whimsical photograph, titled "Pug Peter -- The Cheese Banquet," we are transported back to the Edwardian era, where the boundary between human and animal worlds seemed to blur. The image captures the playful antics of a well-dressed Pug named Peter, who is surrounded by an assortment of mice, all partaking in a delightful meal of cheese. The scene is reminiscent of a popular children's story, "Peter and the Mouse," written by Edwardian author Edith Nesbit, published in 1897. In the tale, a young boy named Peter discovers a mouse in his kitchen, who shares a pot of cheese with him. The mice, who are able to speak, invite Peter to their feast, and they all enjoy a merry meal together. This photograph, taken in 1905, appears to depict a similar scenario. Peter, the Pug, sits proudly in the center of the image, his eyes fixed on the camera with an expression of amusement and contentment. The mice, dressed in tiny clothing, nibble on chunks of cheese, their tiny paws reaching out to grab more. The scene is set in a cozy, rustic setting, with a wooden table and an old-fashioned lantern casting a warm, inviting glow over the tableau. This delightful image offers a glimpse into the imaginative world of the Edwardian era, where animals were often anthropomorphized and children's literature was filled with magical, whimsical tales. The photograph captures the spirit of camaraderie and shared enjoyment, as Peter and the mice come together for a memorable meal.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
