Setter with Mallard Duck, 1918

This piece by Carl Reichert depicts a hunting dog holding a freshly retrieved mallard in its mouth, painted with striking realism and sensitivity. The dog’s glossy black and tan coat is rendered in meticulous detail, while its gentle eyes and careful grip on the duck convey both loyalty and restraint, elevating a sporting scene into a portrait of quiet dignity. With the major shapes, values, and proportions already established, this block-in underpainting is ready for you to paint directly on top in oil or acrylic. Use this rolled starter canvas as a springboard to layer color, define your edges and bring the scene to life in your own style.