Plush Toy Dog

c. 1938

John Winters

Associated Names
John Winters

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a painting of a small black dog wearing a blue ribbon. The image shows the dog in a playful posture, with its head up and tail curved energetically. The dog’s fur appears shiny and well-groomed, and it has a pair of expressive, round eyes. The painting has a simple light background that emphasizes the central figure of the dog, portraying the animal's animated expression. The work captures the personality of the dog with delicate brush strokes.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 22.9 x 30.5 cm (9 x 12 in.)
    Original IAD Object: 2" high; 2 1/6" long

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.15708


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

lower right in watercolor: JOHN WINTERS

Wikidata ID

Q64584507

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