FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters. The art works entitled 'Houndton Tabby', were designed by illustrator and artist Kim Parkhurst, 39, after she combined her love of drawing and Downton Abbey. 'I've been painting portraits of animals in historical costume for some time,” explains New Yorker Kim. “I've taken some familiar and beloved characters whose demeanour, personality, and appearance seemed to translate to certain breeds of dog or cat. 'I got to thinking about Mr Bates' character and storyline, and Brendan Coyle's facial structure, and how he could look hard but also had the warmest, kindest eyes.
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
A SHOCKING cartoon of a black man carrying bags saying‘’zippadydoohdah zip-up immigrant bags’ has appeared in a shop window and is being investigated by police .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
THESE are the Disney Princesses you wouldn't want to run into in a dark alley .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
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