Another 'looking up' find.... I have puzzled to discover the origins of this dog, perched high up on a building in Bradford's Northgate. I was pretty sure it was a pub sign and I think I've found the answer in 'Bradford's Timeline', which says in 1893 "The Greyhound Inn, Northgate - closed". I imagine this building was the Greyhound Inn and, although the inn closed almost 120 years ago, the faithful dog still sits waiting and watching. What a lot of change he must have seen.
You are observant to notice him on an old building. Thats dogs for you...forever faithful.
ReplyDeleteYou're capturing some real gems, jennyfreckles.
ReplyDeleteHe's lovely. I hope someone looks after him when the building's restored (or maybe even demolished). It looks in need of it.
ReplyDeleteA gem of a find indeed, well done. I have never noticed the dog before but intend to seek it out at the next opertunity.
ReplyDeleteCoincidentally could I direct your attention to the former Baby Clinic in Wilton Street, off Morley Street, (directly opposite the Kashmir restaurant) whereone can find the most enchantingly sculpted images of a couple of infants.
I know some greyhound lovers who'd love this statue. Better not let them know where it is... ;-)
ReplyDeleteAmazing that he is still there after all this time. Great find on your part.
ReplyDeleteSiegfried - am making a mental note to look that up sometime (or look up at that!)
ReplyDeleteThat's amazing that no one wanted to take him as a souvenir and he became long forgotten. So neat that you found out that info about it. ~Lili
ReplyDeleteLooking out for everyone still. A great photo!
ReplyDeleteWonderful find Jenny!
ReplyDeleteThat is a long, long and patient wait.
ReplyDeleteThe building behind looks a bit "frayed at the cuff." It and the statue bring to mind the dog that refuses to leave the master's grave even to eat. Jim
ReplyDeleteHe's wondering why it's taking the landlord so long to bring his dinner!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that dog! And yesterday's Masonic hall too!
ReplyDeleteHe's lovely..such great personality too! I hope someone gives him a good home before time and the damp finally claims the building. 1893! He's so old..."He ain't nothing but a houndog!" ;))
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