NO GRAFT HERE

cassiusmarcelluscoolidge

naturalistic theme

dog

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

studio composition

acrylic on canvas

animal portrait

naturalistic tone

naive art

animal drawing portrait

warm toned green

"NO GRAFT HERE" is a humorous oil painting by American artist Cassius Marcellus Coolidge, renowned for his canine-centric artwork. The piece depicts a St. Bernard dog dressed as a judge, complete with a black robe, spectacles, and a gavel, seated at a desk reviewing a legal document. Coolidge's humorous portrayal of animals in human settings gained popularity in the early 20th century, making his works instantly recognizable and cherished for their lighthearted take on human activities.