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Rudolf KosowLazybone (st-bernard, dog pet, baseball, vintage, animal, surrealist painting)2024
2024
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Rudolf Kosow delivers a surreal masterpiece that encapsulates his fascination with the interplay of scale and the deep connection between humans and animals. In this painting, a Saint Bernard's head fills the canvas, each detail meticulously captured to reflect the dog's gentle demeanor and the softness of its fur. The eyes of the Saint Bernard, with their worry-free gaze, are particularly mesmerizing, almost as if they are windows to a contemplative spirit, seemingly un-phased by the ball's trajectory.
Adjacent to this tranquil canine giant is a figure of a baseball player, seemingly on pause, his posture relaxed yet attentive. The player, clad in his uniform, appears in mid-thought or perhaps in a moment of respite from the game. The small size of the player in relation to the dog is immediately striking, presenting a visual paradox that is both whimsical and thought-provoking.
Kosow's playful manipulation of perspective challenges the viewer to consider the roles we play in the lives of our animal companions. Is the player seeking a moment of solace leaning against the calm presence of the Saint Bernard, or is he simply finding a moment of peace within the confines of the game? The contrast suggests a narrative beyond the ordinary, inviting contemplation on companionship, loyalty, and the respite found in our interactions with animals.
The Saint Bernard's portrayal, often a symbol of rescue and safety, takes on a different role—not as a savior but as a gentle giant offering a moment of solace. The baseball player, typically seen in the dynamic energy of the game, is presented in a state of reflection, perhaps contemplating the next play or simply enjoying the quiet company of the dog. The neutral background allows these subjects to shine, focusing all attention on the interaction and the emotional resonance of the scene.
This piece stirs the imagination and pulls at the heartstrings. It invites viewers to find comfort in the shared moments between species and to ponder the serene, sometimes lazy bonds that form in the spaces of our shared existence. Through such vivid imagery and inventive composition, Kosow encourages a dialogue on the simple yet profound pleasures of life, as symbolized by the Saint Bernard's reassuring presence and the baseball player's quiet interlude.
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)
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- Gallery Location:Quebec, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU907114347922
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