The artwork titled “A King Charles Spaniel,” painted by Edouard Manet around 1866 in Paris, France, is an oil on canvas piece. It belongs to the Realism art movement and serves as a notable example of animal painting.
In the artwork, a King Charles Spaniel is depicted seated atop a rich, red surface which contrasts elegantly with the dog’s soft, white fur and chestnut markings. The spaniel’s expressive eyes and alert posture give a sense of intelligence and attentiveness. The background is dark and muted, focusing the viewer’s attention on the meticulous rendering of the dog’s fur and form. The painting’s composition and color palette exemplify Manet’s keen eye for detail and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with realism and sensitivity.
