Original artwork description:

Inga Makarova’s Very Long Dog (2024) is an imaginative and surreal portrayal of a Borzoi-like hound, stretched into an almost mythical vertical form. Painted in oil on canvas at an impressive 205x60 cm, the work places the dog upright, with floating clouds crossing its elongated torso as if nature itself were reshaping its body. The glowing yellow background heightens the dreamlike effect, amplifying the playful yet uncanny character of the image.

Makarova’s art thrives on irony, humor, and symbolic play. Here, the animal becomes more than a subject: it is transformed into a surreal totem of imagination, bridging the absurd and the poetic. The painting combines figurative clarity with bold conceptual framing, creating an unforgettable presence in any collection.

Now housed in a private collection, Very Long Dog highlights Makarova’s commitment to playful storytelling through art. The artist is open for commissions, offering collectors the chance to acquire custom works infused with the same wit and inventive spirit.

Materials used:

Oil

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