Two Greyhounds, Leashed and Facing Each Other
1642
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching depicts two greyhounds facing each other, their leashes forming a diagonal line across the composition. The dogs are rendered in dark tones, with their fur texture and facial features visible. The background is light, with some hatching to suggest depth. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and texture in the dogs' bodies. The diagonal line of the leashes adds a sense of tension and energy to the composition. The National Gallery of Art, Washington, holds this etching, which is a great example of Baroque art.
