Painted wood sculpture; From the very rare limited edition Suite of Circus; Signed and numbered in the base

Jumping Dog II by Karel Appel, created in 1978, is a vibrant painted wood sculpture featuring a playful, stylized dog leaping through a colorful hoop. Part of the limited edition Suite of Circus, this piece embodies Appel’s signature blend of expressionism and childlike imagination, with bold colors and exaggerated forms. The dog, rendered in red with expressive blue eyes, appears mid-leap, capturing a dynamic sense of movement and joy. The surrounding hoop, decorated with blocks of purple, teal, and white, adds a whimsical framing element, enhancing the sculpture’s lively and joyful energy. This piece exemplifies Appel's exploration of innocence and spontaneity in art.