Minneapolis Institute of Art
Minneapolis , US

Klee's artful portrayal of a lone dog howling at a radiant moon showcases his distinctive linear style of representation. Using sinuous lines, he skillfully arranges three main elements: the dog, the moon, and the sound of the howl. This charming visualization captures the essence of sound as the dog's howl gracefully winds and bends on itself, floating in the night air like a delicate wisp of smoke. Placed against a backdrop of swirling colors, the howl takes on a central role in the composition, serving as both a visual representation and a temporal record of the emanating sound.

Klee's two-dimensional approach replaces traditional spatial illusion with a simple yet elegant ideogram, brilliantly conveying the whimsical subject of the painting. Through his linear style and playful composition, Klee offers a unique and imaginative portrayal of the solitary dog's heartfelt howl under the mesmerizing glow of the moon.