Sitting up with a Sick Friend 1903

"Sitting up with a Sick Friend" is a humorous painting by Cassius Marcellus Coolidge created in 1903. Coolidge is best known for his series of paintings featuring dogs anthropomorphized in human situations. This work shows a group of dogs, dressed in human clothing, gathered around a table in a living room. The scene depicts a group of friends gathered around a sick friend, creating a relatable situation for the viewer. The painting reflects Coolidge's talent for capturing animal expressions and behavior, making it a humorous and endearing work.