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Artist Statement





    “For the first time the dogs appear in full armour or protective collar, the dogs are dressed like for medieval battle, with leather harness and massive protective collars. They need the extra protection, because dogs will hang at the hog ears until the hunter arrives for the kill, the dog is violently shaken and the hog’s tusks can rip them in the neck or face.”

“I have also attempted the "cage dog".  I know a few dogs which live their life like that, only let out to be locked in other cages at the back of the Ute, only let free to hunt.  It is a concept that I have difficulties to deal with.  It is a powerful image, difficult to paint, the metal bars, against the softness of the dog. And the questioning look of their eyes.”

   - Anne-France Fulgence 09



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