Bull Dog Sleeping (2021) Original Pastel Drawing by David Kofton

Black Pastel on Paper, 2021
28" x 22"

In Bull Dog Sleeping, David Kofton captures a moment of deep rest and quiet vulnerability. With his face nestled into his folded paws, the bulldog appears both powerful and tender — a portrait of trust, fatigue, and peace. The close-up composition draws the viewer into the animal’s world, revealing personality through posture and expression.

Rendered in black pastel on paper, Kofton uses loose, expressive mark-making and soft tonal layering to create remarkable depth and texture. The folds of the dog’s face, the weight of the body, and the softness of shadow are brought to life with a raw immediacy that feels both spontaneous and intimate.
Created in 2021, this work reflects Kofton’s ability to find emotional resonance in everyday subjects. Known for his figurative and expressive work, he brings the same sensitivity to animal portraiture, revealing the quiet humanity found in companionship and rest.

A touching original for collectors of animal portraiture, expressive pastel work, and those drawn to the warmth and character of beloved dogs.

Original artwork
One of a kind
Signed by the artist

Materials used:

Pastel

Details:

• Pastel drawing on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 71.12 x 55.88 x 0.32cm (unframed) / 73.66 x 55.88cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: Animals and birds