Chien courent (Running Hound)

Jacques-Philippe Le Bas and Jean Eric Rehn after Jean-Baptiste Oudry

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a dog in mid-stride. The dog is energetically leaping forward with its body fully extended. Its tail is outstretched behind it and its mouth is open. The fur is textured with detailed line work, enhancing the musculature and form of the dog. The background includes foliage and distant landscape elements, resembling a countryside environment. The drawing captures a sense of speed and agility, reflecting the animal’s hunting capabilities.