Artwork
Sketch of a dog
Sketch of a dog is a drawing by Thomas Sidney Cooper. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Sketch of a Dog is a pencil drawing on light-colored paper, created by Thomas Sidney Cooper around 1850. The work is part of the collection at the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a dog in a relaxed pose, its head turned left while its body faces right. The composition conveys a sense of calm and serenity.
Technique & Style
Cooper demonstrated attention to detail in this sketch, particularly in rendering the dog's fur texture and ear shapes. The overall execution suggests a focus on observational accuracy.
History & Provenance
Created circa 1850, the sketch is now held in the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Thomas Sidney Cooper was an English landscape painter from Canterbury, noted for his images of cattle and farm animals.
