Dachshund Through The Snow 30x40cm: White

Hold the milk. Leave the carrots. And a sweet potato or two...

A beautifully painted festive illustration captures the essence of a solitary, wintry evening - full of warmth, charm, and gentle humour.

Two dachshunds, Pepsi and Coco stand side by side in the softly falling snow, beneath the golden glow of a streetlamp. Their small bodies, bundled in woolly hats and scarves, radiate personality and heart - like two little old souls caught mid-adventure.

Composed with painterly precision and storytelling sensitivity, the dachshunds are the emotional focus in the foreground - their round eyes and serious expressions lend a touch of human warmth, as if they know exactly how bizarre, yet wonderful their festive attire is. Pepsi, the black-and-tan dachshund on the left wears a deep, cranberry knit hat and matching scarf, tones that evoke mulled wine and cosy firesides. Coco, the chestnut dachshund on the right wears a golden, mustard knit hat and a green tartan scarf, blending rustic comfort with holiday cheer.

The mid-ground studies a vintage-style streetlamp which rises elegantly to the right, painted in soft charcoal hues with a glowing amber core. The light gently spills across the snow, grounding the scene in twilight warmth and nostalgia. A blanket of cool mint-lilac sets the tone of the ground, reminiscent of dusk skies and frosty winter air. Scattered snowflakes fall around the figures, drawn with subtle translucence to give the effect of movement, and stillness combined. With a clean and balanced border and layout, space is left for the playful red lettering of the title, paired with the cream cursive text, giving the artwork rhythm and musicality.

A whimsical yet tender mood, with a moment of festive calm jam-packed full of personality and charm, it's a celebration of the holiday season and a love letter to dog themselves - loyal, witty in the use of a pun, and endlessly expressive. Exactly what a Christmas or winter themed print should be! Carrying a joyful yet understated affirmation, "love, warmth, and friendship are the truest gifts of the festive season", these dogs embody gentleness, togetherness, and appreciation.

It's a portrait of companionship and peace.

Ideal as a gift for dog lovers, especially dachshund owners, this piece is irresistible! This would look dashing framed on your living room wall, and would make a wonderful addition to your office - the nostalgic Christmas imagery evokes the charm of hand-painted illustrations, and classic storybooks. Perfect for collectors, animal enthusiasts, or anyone seeking artwork that feels genuinely heartfelt and handmade.

Product Details and Dimensions

This print is offered in two options:

• Unframed if you'd prefer to select your own frame or stand.
• Framed if you'd prefer to receive a ready-to-hang print (+£10.00).

Unframed: width: 21cm x height: 30cm (8.27in x 11.81in) - A4 size

Framed: Available in Black or White

Size: 30x40cm frame - closer to A3 in the frame size/A4 image with a mount.

Size: 21x30cm frame - A4 frame size/A5 image with a mount.

What size frame is best for me: Best Answers

It depends entirely on how much width you want around the borders.

• I would recommend that if you want to buy the 30x40cm frame, unless you want to place the print on an additional background mount (like a piece of card), you should use the frame with the mount.
• Using without the mount will create a surplus border of 9cm in width, and 10cm in height - think a noticeable amount of "empty space".

Note: This print cannot be up-scaled to larger sizes at this stage of operation, but may be something the business will consider introducing at a later stage.

• If you're looking for a framed option to use with or without a mount where the print runs parallel to the frame, you'll want the 21x30cm frame instead. An A4 framed print.
• Using the mount allows the print to fit snugly inside the frame, and the flexibility of using the frame without the mount, gives you the option to frame the print as an A5, in an oversized A4 frame.

In essence it comes down to whether you want the frame to be oversized or whether you want the print to be a perfect fit with the frame.

Ordering the print as a framed option is hassle-free, quick and easy - less time hunting around for frame dimensions, but ultimately the choice is yours.

This frame is ideal to use with an adhesive hook or a large command strip. Easy-to-hang without nails or screws.

Can be hung vertically to fit in the space available.

PH-neutral/acid-free mount - will not discolour the print inside.

Front protection in plastic makes the frame safer to use.

Thin edged frame with a traditional looking profile.

Frame Material

Fibreboard, Paper foil, Polystyrene plastic & Paper.

Care: Clean with a duster.

Weight & Measurements

30x40cm

Print without mount, width: 30cm x height: 40cm (11.81in x 15.74in)

Print with mount, width: 21cm x height: 30cm (8.27in x 11.81in) (A4)

Frame width: 32cm (12.6oin)

Frame height: 42cm (16.54in)

Frame depth: 2cm (0.79in)

Weight: 0.55kg

21x30cm

Print without mount, width: 21cm x height: 30cm (8.27in x 11.81in) (A4)

Print with mount, width: 13cm x height: 18cm (5.12in x 7.08in) (A5)

Frame width: 23cm (9.06in)

Frame height: 32cm (12.60in)

Frame depth: 2cm (0.79in)

Weight: 0.42kg

Materials

Professional-quality acrylic paint, watercolour to blend.

Thick, high-quality 210GSM multi-media card. Acid-free, sustainably recyclable.

Triple scanned for a professional, digital finish.