Slapende hond 1827

"Slapende hond" (Sleeping Dog), an etching by Dutch artist George Jooss, depicts a dog in repose, its head resting on its paws. The meticulous detail of the animal's fur and anatomy, rendered in a delicate and realistic style, highlights Jooss's skill in animal portraiture. The title and inscription "Bello" suggest that this is a portrait of a specific dog, making it a compelling example of 19th-century animal art.