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Pierre-Jules Mêne

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a dog crafted in a realistic manner, showing fine details of the animal's fur and posture. The dog is in motion, with one front paw raised and turning its head to the side. The sculpture is made of bronze, giving it a brownish metallic color with subtle variations in shade highlighting the texture of the fur and the contours of the dog's body. Resting on a base resembling uneven ground, the sculpture provides a sense of movement and naturalism. The bronze material and attention to detail make it a convincing representation of a dog.

Artwork Details

Date
model c. 1840/1845
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
9794 × 7568 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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