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Rudolf Kosow
Shy (Lab pet dog, girl, Child, vintage dress, animal, surrealist oil painting

2024

About the Item

"Shy," a tender and evocative work by Rudolf Kosow, portrays an encounter that is wrapped in quietude and gentle introspection. A sizable, soulful-eyed dog fills the canvas, its gaze both direct and imbued with a softness that is almost human. The detailed rendering of its face—each fur hair, the shine in its eyes, the subtle turn of its head—creates a vivid presence that is full of life. Turned away from our view is a small figure of a girl, her back to the audience, suggesting a moment of bashful contemplation or a shared reticence with the dog. Her stance, with hands clasped behind her back and head slightly bowed, speaks volumes about the character of the moment: one of gentle hesitation and the tender beginnings of a friendship. The title "Shy" encapsulates the essence of this scene. There is a harmony between the girl and the dog, a mirrored timidity that suggests a mutual understanding. The large scale of the dog compared to the girl emphasizes not just the physical contrast but the shared emotion; though they differ in size, they are connected by their shared sentiment. This painting draws the viewer into a narrative of burgeoning trust and companionship. The dog, often a symbol of loyalty and protection, here seems to extend a quiet invitation to the girl, offering reassurance without need for words. The artwork becomes a meditation on the gentle unfolding of relationships, the unspoken bonds that form when kindred spirits meet. Through "Shy," Kosow continues to engage viewers with his exploration of the delicate interplay between humanity and animals. It's a piece that encourages us to consider the silent dialogues we share with our non-human friends, the subtle cues, and the understanding that passes between species, often unnoticed but deeply felt. The painting is an invitation to witness the beauty of connection in its most unguarded and pure form. keywords; painting on canvas, surrealist painting, animal vs human, americana, nature, man, man vs nature, surrealism, giant animal, vintage, oil painting, animal painting, strangeness, contemporary surrealistic, unsettling, contemporary figurative painting, dreams, symbolic composition, nostalgia, fantasy
  • Creator:
    Rudolf Kosow (1972, German, Kazakhstani)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
  • Medium:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Quebec, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU907114348272

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