Sitting Dog c. 1775 - 1795
giovannidomenicotiepolo
imaginative character sketch
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light pencil work
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"Sitting Dog" is a pen and wash drawing created by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo between 1775 and 1795. The drawing depicts a dog in a seated position, with the animal's head turned to the side. The artist's signature appears in the bottom right corner of the piece, a common element in Tiepolo's works. This small, detailed drawing showcases the artist's skill in capturing the anatomy and posture of a dog. The drawing's simple composition and delicate lines are characteristic of Tiepolo's later style, which reflected the transition from the Rococo to Neoclassical period.
Comments
This drawing was probably used for a decoration in the villa of the Tiepolo family itself. The dog was copied from a study previously used by Domenico's father Giambattista Tiepolo for a fresco in Würzburg. The artist signed this relatively small, but elaborate drawing in full. This indicates that Domenico also intended to sell his design as an independent work of art.
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