Artwork
Little girl with Bolognese dog
Little girl with Bolognese dog is an oil painting by Anna-Geneviève Greuze. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. Created in 1800, this oil on canvas portrays a young girl alongside a small Bolognese dog.
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Overview
Created in 1800, this oil on canvas portrays a young girl alongside a small Bolognese dog. The composition is set against a darkened backdrop that accentuates the figures, highlighting the girl's green dress and red hair ribbon as well as the dog’s fluffy, curled coat. The scene conveys a quiet, intimate moment between child and pet.
Subject & Meaning
The work captures a tender interaction: the girl gazes affectionately at the dog, which sits calmly beside her. The gentle expression on both faces suggests a sense of companionship and domestic serenity, reflecting the genre tradition of depicting everyday life with emotional nuance.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil, the painting demonstrates careful modeling of flesh and fur through subtle gradations of tone. The artist employs a limited palette, allowing the illuminated figures to emerge from the sombre background. Fine brushwork renders the girl's facial features and the dog's textured coat with notable precision.
History & Provenance
The piece was painted by Anna‑Geneviève Greuze, a Paris‑based artist trained by her father, Jean‑Baptiste Greuze. Although her oeuvre often overlaps with her father’s style, this work is attributed to her own hand. It entered the collection of the Gemäldegalerie in Berlin, where it remains on display.
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Artist
Anna-Geneviève Greuze (sometimes Anne-Geneviève) (1762–1842) was a French painter.
