Two Dogs on a Terrace
c. 1740
About this artwork
This oil painting depicts two dogs on an elegant outdoor terrace, a large black and white dog with a red collar seated prominently, and a smaller white and black dog standing on a cushioned stool to its right. The scene is set against a dramatic, cloudy blue sky, with a balustrade and foliage contributing to the aristocratic setting.
Did you know?
Jean-Baptiste Oudry was renowned for his detailed and lively animal paintings, especially for royal and aristocratic patrons in 18th-century France. His works often capture the individual personalities of the animals, making them more than mere subjects. He was even appointed painter to the Royal Hunt by Louis XV, further cementing his reputation as a master of animal portraiture.
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Two Dogs on a Terrace
Alexandre-François Desportes, c. 1740
