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Dogs

 Subject
Subject Source: Art & Architecture Thesaurus
Scope Note: Note: Domesticated species of Canis, formerly believed to be descended from Canis lupus, gray wolves; however, recent studies suggest that gray wolves and domestic dogs instead have a common ancestor, now extinct. Dogs come in a variety of shapes, and sizes and over 400 distinct breeds. All domestic or feral dogs are descended from a single common ancestral species. For more than 12,000 years, it has lived with humans as a hunting companion, protector, and as herders and guardians of sheep, goats, and cattle. Today, dogs are employed as aids to the blind and disabled, or for police work. In Western art, dogs have generally come to symbolize faithfulness and loyalty, however, in other cultures they can symbolizes a variety of traits, ranging from unclean to seducer.

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Abiquiu House, Patio, 1960

 Item — Box 5
Identifier: 2006.6.440
Scope and Content Note From the Collection: This collection contains over 1100 photographs, including copy prints, contact sheets, film, and Polaroids relating to the life and work of Georgia O'Keeffe. The collection includes photography by O'Keeffe that reflects her daily life and photography interests, as well as photography of O'Keeffe and her properties, artwork, and travel. A small portion of the collection relates to The Georgia O'Keeffe Foundation and the catalogue raisonne. Copy prints in the collection are often by fine art...
Dates: 1960

Abiquiu House, Patio, 1960

 Item — Box 5
Identifier: 2006.6.441
Overview

Copy print of Laura Gilpin photo. O'Keeffe's dogs, Bo-Bo and Chia II, lie outside on the patio of the Abiquiu house.

Dates: 1960

Abiquiu House, Patio, 1960

 Item — Box 5
Identifier: 2006.6.442
Overview

Copy print of Laura Gilpin photo. O'Keeffe's dogs, Bo-Bo and Chia II, lie on the patio of the Abiquiu house.

Dates: 1960