Boris Oklein, Dirty Dogs of Paris, 1930, Etching

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Title: Sex Appeal – Humorous Hand-Colored Etching by Boris O’Klein, Dirty Dogs of Paris Series This humorous hand-colored etching and … Read more Title: Sex Appeal – Humorous Hand-Colored Etching by Boris O’Klein, Dirty Dogs of Paris Series This humorous hand-colored etching and aquatint titled “Sex Appeal” is by Boris O’Klein, part of his famous Dirty Dogs of Paris series. Measuring approximately 16 x 43.5 cm (image 13 x 43 cm), the work is signed and titled in pencil by the artist. The composition features a lively parade of dogs, humorously humanized and full of expression. A row of male dogs, including a dachshund, terrier, and bulldog, eagerly follows a flirtatious female dog wearing a red bow who looks back coyly. The scene is a playful reflection of human behavior, humorously exploring the theme of attraction and desire through canine characters. The selective use of color, with bright red collars and the bow, adds focus and charm, while the aquatint technique provides a soft tonal range that enhances the sense of motion and personality. See less