Expressive contemporary oil painting by Brazilian-American artist S. Guccione, depicting a young child in red suspenders holding a small dog over their shoulder. The composition features bold brushwork and vibrant color with loose impressionist strokes in blues, whites, and reds. Guccione’s work often reflects themes from childhood and equestrian life in Brazil. According to the gallery information on the reverse, the artist studied art and journalism in São Paulo before moving to Rome at age 25 where she worked with artists and developed her impressionist style. This charming figurative piece captures a warm, nostalgic moment between child and pet, rendered with energetic palette-knife and brush strokes. The painting is presented in a black frame and signed by the artist in the lower right. A wonderful decorative statement piece for modern, eclectic, or contemporary interiors.