Bijantu
1894
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1894
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting features a white dog with brown spots and a black patch over its left eye, standing in profile with its head turned to the right. The dog wears a white collar and has a short, stubby tail. Its body is depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail in its fur and facial features. The background of the painting is a light beige color, which helps to highlight the dog's white coat. The overall effect is one of simplicity and elegance, with the dog being the clear focus of the composition. For more information on this style of painting, look up the movement "Impressionism".