"Dogs" by Alexander Francis Lydon is an intricately detailed drawing that captures the interaction between three dogs. The composition is centered around these three subjects, with a symmetrical arrangement that emphasizes balance and harmony. The middle dog serves as the focal point, while the two flanking dogs almost mirror each other, creating a visually pleasing and well-structured composition.

One of the remarkable aspects of this drawing is the artist's use of color. Lydon employs a soft pastel color scheme, which imparts a gentle and tranquil quality to the artwork. This choice of colors enhances the overall mood and atmosphere of the piece, adding to its appeal.

Details:
Artist: Alexander Francis Lydon
Title: "Dogs"
Date: 1888
Medium: Watercolour
Dimensions: 11 x 19 cm
Condition Report: Yellowed paper due to age, otherwise in good condition. 
Signature: Located in the lower left corner

About the artist:
Alexander Francis Lydon (1836-1917) was a British illustrator and printmaker known for his specialization in natural history and landscapes. He was a perfectionist in his craft and was renowned for creating beautifully colored prints. His collaboration with Reverend Francis Orpen Morris, who wrote the text for many of their works, resulted in a body of work that celebrated the natural world with intricate illustrations. Lydon's expertise in capturing the details of the natural world shines through in his drawings, making him a respected figure in the field of natural history illustration.