The artwork entitled “The 15 Great Dog Pisses of Paris” was created by artist Brett Whiteley in 1989. This piece is associated with the Surrealism movement and falls within the cityscape genre.
The artwork depicts a section of a Parisian street adjacent to a curved, stone barrier. The perspective is notably angled, providing a downward view of the scene. Along the stone wall, there are distinct markings suggestive of dog urine, each marked with a striking and vivid color. In the background, one can observe a bridge, a body of water, and a cluster of trees, lending a serene juxtaposition to the provocative title and subject matter. The intentional distortion and unique compositional choices underline Whiteley’s surrealist approach, blending the ordinary with the fantastical.
