Museum of Dogs - by Jessica Poundstone (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Journey into your own pocket-sized museum, filled with a collection of charming art-historical pups"--

Book Synopsis

Journey into your own pocket-sized museum, filled with a collection of charming art-historical pups!

Ready to meet a pack of very good dogs immortalized in painting and sculpture? This quirky and fascinating little book collects the best canines in art history, including:

• Rustic figurines carved in ancient Greece
• Elegant porcelain pooches handcrafted in 19th-century Russia
• A tiny Japanese netsuke in the shape of a puppy
• A portrait of a spaniel woven by a beadwork artisan in Mexico
• And so much more!

Artist and writer Jessica Poundstone has scoured the world's museum collections for these hidden treasures and offers fun and informative commentary on each. Her bite-sized text gives historical context and celebrates each dog's sweet, noble, or wacky personality, which transcends history to hit us right in the feels. This delightful volume offers pure delight for dog lovers and art lovers alike.

PERFECTLY GIFTABLE: This is a charming gift for people who love art and dogs! A petite and beautifully designed hardcover book, it makes an entertaining and educational present for friends and family or a treat for yourself. It's simply impawsible to resist.

CURATED COLLECTION: Flipping through this art book is like getting a special guided tour of a wondrous museum devoted entirely to our furry friends. In a world of sensory overload, it offers a wonderful way to tap into the joy of something curated just for you.

FUN ANGLE ON FINE ART: Whether you are a devoted museumgoer or casually art-curious, this book offers a unique and delightful spin on art history. The content covers a wide range of styles, media, and eras, creating a perfect opportunity to brush up on your art IQ with the help of man's best friend.

Perfect for:

• Animal lovers
• Art and art history buffs
• Gift-giving to dog owners, artists, and collectors
• Fans of art/humor crossovers like Men to Avoid in Art and Life and William Wegman: Being Human
• Fans of clever art history like Art Dog and A History of Art in 21 Cats

Review Quotes

"If I was a dog, I would want to be in this book."

--William Wegman, artist, photographer, and filmmaker

"I want to own all of these gorgeous dog artifacts...but since I can't have them, this book is the next best thing."

--Gemma Correll, cartoonist, writer, illustrator, and author of A Pug's Guide to Ettiquette

"This brilliant book celebrates not only the adorable, regal, and silly dogs who've been immortalized in art, but also the artists who loved them. Museum of Dogs is a must-have for anyone who loves dogs, or art, or both!"

--Lisa Congdon, artist and dog lover

"This is a museum of my dreams! Such a wonderful curation of dog artifacts and perfect for any dog and art lover!"

--Kristina Micotti, illustrator and designer

"Dog nerds unite! Museum of Dogs gives us the deeper knowledge and fun facts we crave to hear about our little four-legged friends."

--Katie Sturino, founder of Megababe, author, and questionable at-home dog groomer

About the Author

Jessica Poundstone is an artist, designer and writer living in Portland, Oregon with her family and her precious pug/chihuahua (aka chug) mix, Stanley. See more of Jessica's work at www.jessicapoundstone.com and on Instagram @jessicapoundstone.