Red Dog, Blue Dog with Candle (likely from the 'Blue Dog' series)
Limited edition print (serigraph/silkscreen or lithograph) on heavy paper • George Rodrigue (1944–2013)
Style & Movement
Contemporary Pop Art / Neo-Folk Art (specifically Louisiana Cajun Pop)
Medium & Technique
Screenprint or lithography characterized by flat, saturated color fields and sharp, graphic outlines
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st Century (circa 1990s-2013)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 24 x 18 inches / Vertical portrait format
Subject Description
Features two stylized Tiffany-inspired dogs—one in vibrant red and one in traditional cerulean blue—sitting against a solid black background next to a white candle. The dogs possess the artist's signature yellow eyes, symbolizing the 'Loup-garou' (Cajun werewolf legend) and haunting stare.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Excellent; colors appear vibrant with no visible foxing, fading, or mechanical damage from the image provided.
Estimated Market Value
$3,000 – $6,000 (depending on edition size and print type)
Auction Estimate
$2,500 – $4,500
Provenance History
Likely acquired via the Rodrigue Studios (New Orleans or Carmel) or a reputable fine art gallery specializing in Contemporary Pop. Signed 'Rodrigue' in the lower right corner.
Art Historical Significance
Crucial part of the late 20th-century American Pop movement. Rodrigue transformed the Cajun Loup-garou legend into a global icon, representing a bridge between regional folk tradition and modern commercial fine art.
Notable Features
Features the rare inclusion of a red variant of the dog alongside the iconic blue, and a prominent white candle which often serves as a symbol of remembrance or spirituality in Rodrigue's later works. Bears a clear, hand-signed signature in silver/white ink.
Condition Issues
None visible; minor potential for light undulation beneath the mat or minor frame-edge wear.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep behind UV-protective glass (Museum Glass) at a stable temperature; avoid direct sunlight exposure to prevent fading of the red pigments, which are susceptible to UV damage.