Spaniel (Diane)

model after 1846, cast early 20th century

Pierre-Jules Mêne

Associated Names
Pierre-Jules Mêne

Artist, French, 1810 - 1879

The sculpture depicts a dog in a poised stance. The dog has a slim build with a slightly elongated body. The sculpture is crafted from a material with a dark, bronzed finish. The surface texture of the sculpture is finely detailed. The dog appears alert and attentive, with its ears perked and head turned slightly to the side. The base of the sculpture is oval and textured to resemble ground, providing a natural setting for the dog. Overall, the sculpture stands on a flat, softly rounded platform base.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Paul Mellon [1907-1999], Upperville, Virginia; bequest 1999 to NGA, with life interest to his wife, Rachel Lambert Mellon [1910-2014].

Associated Names

Inscriptions

below dog's head, with accented first E: P J MENE

Wikidata ID

Q63864349

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