Two Dogs Copulating

1642

Jan Fyt

Associated Names
Jan Fyt

Artist, Flemish, 1611 - 1661

The image features two dogs on a rocky slope. The horizon is low in the composition, with foliage and trees in the distance. The artwork has sketch-like brushstrokes, showcasing intricate details of the dogs and natural elements. The color palette is monochromatic with shades of brown. A stone structure, a statue, tall trees, and clouds are also visible.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Andrew W. Mellon Fund

  • Accession Number

    1975.58.6

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 14, State i/i

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Bernhard Keller [1789-1870], Schaffhausen (Lugt 384); Rudolf Philip Goldschmidt [c.1840-1914], Berlin (Lugt 2926); Pieter Willem van Doorne [1896-1971], Vreeland (Lugt 4731); (David Tunick, New York); purchased by NGA, 1975.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65571252

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