Lying Dog
1777
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Jacobus Buys
Jacobus Buys (1726–1798) was an artist, born in Weesp.
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chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Lying Dog is a 1777 chalk by Jacobus Buys, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a dog lying down, its head resting on its front paws. The dog has long, wavy fur and is drawn in a simple, yet expressive style. The background is minimal, with no clear details or scenery. The dog's pose and expression suggest a sense of calmness and serenity. The artist's use of simple lines and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's attention to the dog's gentle features. The painting is a great example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion and nature. To learn more about this style, look up the movement Romanticism.
Jacobus Buys (1726–1798) was an artist, born in Weesp.
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