Artwork
Lying Dog
Lying Dog is a chalk print by the Romanticist artist Jacobus Buys. It dates from 1777 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Lying Dog is a print created by Cornelis Ploos van Amstel in 1777 using chalk manner printed in black ink on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dog lying down with its head on its front paws, conveying calmness and serenity through its pose and expression. The dog's long, wavy fur is rendered in a simple yet expressive style.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved a sense of depth and texture through the use of simple lines and shading, emphasizing the dog's gentle features. The minimal background allows the dog to be the focal point.
Context
Lying Dog is associated with the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and nature.
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Artist & collection
Portrait of Cornelis Ploos van Amstel
Portrait of Elisabeth Troost (1730-1790)
Johannes Monnikhoff (1707-1787)
Portrait of Elisabeth Troost (1730-1790)
Scene from the Play 'Lubbert Lubbertse of de geadelde boer' by M. van Breda
Portrait of Cornelis Ploos van Amstel
Cavalier and Lady with a Page
Pancake Woman
