Slapende hond 1617 - 1681

"Slapende hond" (Sleeping Dog) is an etching by Dutch Golden Age artist Cornelis Saftleven, created sometime between 1617 and 1681. The print depicts a dog curled up asleep, its head resting on its paws. The detailed etching style captures the animal’s fur and the texture of the ground. This work exemplifies Saftleven's skill in depicting animals with realism and sensitivity. The small size of the artwork, measuring only 75mm in height and 82mm in width, suggests it was intended as a study or a private work.