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Christophe Fratin

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a dog in a walking pose, with its head turned slightly to one side and its tail extended straight out. The sculpture is crafted from a dark metal, likely bronze, with a patina that gives it a weathered look with brown and black hues. The form of the dog is realistic, capturing the musculature and stance of the animal as if it is in motion. The base of the sculpture mimics a natural terrain, suggesting the dog is walking over uneven ground. The sculpture is small in scale.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
8715 × 6225 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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