City Dog Howling at the Moon 1979

Richard Basil Mock's 1979 woodcut print, *City Dog Howling at the Moon*, showcases a stark black and white image of a dog perched on a rooftop howling at the moon. The city skyline, rendered in simple geometric forms, appears to be a silhouette against the night sky, suggesting a sense of isolation and the dog's yearning for the wild. The use of bold lines and contrasting light and dark creates a dramatic and evocative image. This work is a powerful example of Mock's signature style, blending figurative imagery with a sense of urban unease.