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Jamie Wyeth
(American, b. 1946)
A Very Small Dog
1980
50 × 40 in. (127 × 101.6 cm)
2003.4
© Jamie Wyeth / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Gift of MBNA America, 2003
Not on view
Nestled in an ornate wicker pram, under a lacy parasol, is, indeed, a very small dog, as the title of this painting suggests. Although the fierce little creature is being treated like royalty, it is clearly very displeased. Baring its tiny teeth amidst the swirls, hearts, and flowers of its elaborate confine, the tiny dog’s aggression contrasts sharply with the loving attention lavished upon it.