Wooden sculpture of a standing dog looking up

This wooden sculpture, handcrafted from umburana wood, depicts a standing dog looking up. The elongated form and delicate carving highlight the dog’s gaunt yet graceful figure, which is a recurring theme in Marcos Costa's work inspired by the harsh realities of life in Pernambuco’s drylands. The slender legs enhance the sculpture’s light and airy feel despite the solidity of the wood.