Samuel Raven ( 1775 - 1847 ) was a British painter. Samuel Raven s works have been put up for auction numerous times, with realized prices surpassing estimated prices, varying from 589.16 USD for A tabby cat in 2004 to 2221.43 USD for A pack of hounds; and A Hound bitch with her litter in 2004 , based on the size and medium of the artwork.