Boris O’ Klein “Dirty Dogs of Paris”. Offset print.

Boris O’ Klein “Dirty Dogs of Paris”. Offset print. A humorous work by the French artist Boris O’ Klein, known for his satirical scenes of dogs in human-like situations. This piece depicts a line of dogs waiting in front of a WC, executed with caricatured expression and light hand-colouring. Artist: Boris O’ Klein (France, 1893–1985) Title: “Dirty Dogs of Paris” Technique: Offset print Image size: 17 × 44.5 cm Frame: 26 × 53 cm Signature: Signed in the print Period: 1940s–1950s Condition: Good condition Bio: Boris O’ Klein (1893–1985) was a French illustrator and printmaker, best known for his series “Dirty Dogs of Paris,” which humorously and often cheekily depicted anthropomorphic dogs in satirical everyday situations. Produced and sold widely as souvenirs in Paris during the 1940s and 1950s, these prints were especially popular among soldiers and tourists, and remain collectible examples of mid-20th century French graphic satire.