A delightful book: Museum of Dogs

A Romp through Art History for Dog People

by Jessica Poundstone

#MuseumofDogs #NetGalley

Did you know that (according to this title’s author) people and dogs have been spending time together for 15,000 years? I did not. I realize though that this would allow for there having been many dogs in art over the years. This books showcases many of them.

Each dog is placed in historical context and its material is given, along with other of the author’s thoughts. The first dog is from the second century BC in Greece but looks far more modern.

This book does not go in chronological order. It was created for dipping in and out of. That said, I loved the second illustration of three dogs made by a Japanese artist. I was very interested in seeing everything that followed. I found so many favorites here…indeed, practically everything I saw I liked. My most favorite were many of the endearing Japanese dogs, however.

Cynophiles (dog lovers) will, I think, very much enjoy this title. It just might bring smiles to faces.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Chronicle Books for this title. All opinions are my own.

Pub date: 05 May 2025

Arts and Photography

225 pages