Curious dachshund puppies and a frog 

Carl Reichert, a German painter active from the late 19th century, captures the playful curiosity of a group of dachshund puppies in his painting "Curious dachshund puppies and a frog." The puppies, rendered with meticulous detail, are shown on a stone ledge peering down at a small green frog. Their expressions, a blend of inquisitiveness and perhaps a touch of mischief, are typical of Reichert’s animal portraiture, which is renowned for its realism and charming depiction of animals. The painting's warm palette and idyllic setting, with lush foliage and roses, contribute to the overall cheerful tone.