The Greedy Dog, from a lost manuscript based on the Anwar-i Suhayli or the Iyar-i Danish
1594
unspecified
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1594
unspecified
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
This painting shows a scene from a story. In the foreground, a dog is looking at its reflection in the water, with a bone in its mouth. The background has buildings and trees. The painting is detailed and colorful, with a mix of realistic and fantastical elements. The artist used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the artist Farrukh Chela.
