His Grace the Duke Sat Very Straight and Considered the Menu
Tall bat ears, a wrinkled brow, and big dark eyes give this fawn French Bulldog a serious yet adorable look. A fine cream lace ruff is tucked around his neck, and his teal velvet coat is fastened with a row of golden buttons with braided loops. Over one shoulder lies a dark blue cloak. Behind him, a Renaissance landscape of hills, a river, cypress trees, and a hilltop town is bathed in pale blue light. He looks like a duke who takes the matter of dinner very seriously.
The painter chose a cool teal coat to contrast with the warm, creamy tones of his coat and face. This kind of color contrast makes the face the brightest part of the picture, so your eye lands there first.
French Bulldogs are small, affectionate, and playful, with a love of attention and cozy naps. Their flat faces mean they can have trouble breathing and may overheat quickly, so avoid heavy exercise in warm weather, provide shade and water, and never leave them in a hot car. They often snore and snort. Skin folds on the face need gentle cleaning, and they can gain weight quickly. Talk to your vet about a healthy diet, breathing, and spine health.
His Grace the Duke rules with a deep sigh and an even deeper love of afternoon naps.
