Henriette Ronner-Knip (1821-1909) - Portrait d'un pékinois.

Very beautiful pastel by Henriette RONNER-KNIP in a large format. As usual, she adopts an intimate tone focused on the pet. The dog is treated as a 'portrait', isolated on a dark, neutral background that highlights its clear silhouette. The three-quarter seated framing suggests gentleness and docility rather than action. The pastel is worked with soft, visible strokes, giving the fur a tactile appearance. The warm palette of browns, reds, and ochres contrasts with the whites of the fur to create a soft light. The minimally detailed background draws attention to the animal's body language.
The search for a realistic effect mainly relies on the texture of the hair and the modeling of the light. As in his portraits of dogs and cats for his clientele, the animal is individualized and humanized.
The ensemble creates a warm, intimate atmosphere, fitting for Ronner-Knip's animal paintings.


Henriette RONNER-KNIP
Portrait of a Pekingese.
Pastel and highlights of white gouache.
Signed and dated 1994.
Dimension: 39 x 28 cm

No shipment to the United States.