I agree with your idea that the painting disrupts the boundary between humans and animals. I think it is interesting that the artist portrayed the human as vulnerable and the dog as the "powerful" figure, which disrupts the structure of society. I also agree that the rigid structure of the painting creates a less cohesive perception of the artwork.
Discussion on Posthuman Aesthetics in Visual Art
Tableau Vivant Dorothea Tanning
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