Who painted A Boy Holding His Dog?

A Boy Holding His Dog was painted by Unknown in 1922.

Where can I see A Boy Holding His Dog?

A Boy Holding His Dog is held by National Gallery of Art.

Artwork

A Boy Holding His Dog

Unknown , 1922

A Boy Holding His Dog is a graphite drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1922 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

A Boy Holding His Dog is a drawing that depicts a boy seated on the ground with a dog in his lap. The work is a facsimile created using graphite, pen, and ink.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing shows a boy in a striped cap and loose shirt holding a dog. The boy's face is rendered with simple yet expressive lines, while the dog appears alert, its body angled away from the boy. The minimal background emphasizes the two figures.

Technique & Style

The artist employed overlapping lines to create shading and texture, resulting in a dynamic, textured appearance. This technique contributes to the drawing's sense of movement and depth.