Untitled (Spaniels), 2005

Unique color polaroid - Hand signed and dated in ink // William Wegman’s Untitled (Spaniels) (2005) is a unique color Polaroid photograph that captures his signature approach to blending humor and portraiture through the use of dogs. The image presents two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels dressed in contrasting sweaters—one in red and the other in blue—against a dark background. The dogs, positioned closely together, gaze intently into the camera, their expressive eyes and tilted heads giving them a human-like presence. The vivid colors of their sweaters stand out sharply against the muted, dark backdrop, emphasizing their playful and posed appearance. Wegman’s meticulous arrangement and choice of attire for the animals showcase his distinctive style, where he anthropomorphizes his canine subjects, transforming them into charming characters. The photograph is hand-signed and dated, underscoring its authenticity and uniqueness within Wegman’s broader body of work.