Years ago, Hollywood made a fantasy movie, “Planet of the Apes.” But have you ever heard of dogs replacing humans in the world? Dog lovers must find it funny, amusing, and delightful to see this series of paintings featuring dogs engaged in various human activities! They are the creative efforts of Cassius Marcellus Coolidge (Sept 18, 1844 – Jan 13, 1934), an American artist mainly known for his series of paintings, “Dogs Playing Poker.” Known as “Cash” or “Kash” in his family, he often signed his work in the 19th century with the latter spelling, for comic effect, as Kash Koolidge.
In these paintings, he featured different breeds of dogs playing poker and other card games, playing Snooker, playing rugby, attending a prosecution courtroom proceeding in a dancing ballroom, enjoying fine dining with napkins at a table in a cozy dining room, and even playing duet piece at the piano.
Tan It Koon
Before retirement, Dr Tan It Koon was, among many appointments, Head of Clinical Biochemistry at SGH’s Dept of Pathology. He was the Deputy Chairman of the National Theatre Trust and Chairman for Grants and Scholarships of the Spore Cultural Foundation. He received the National Day Awards, PBM, and PPA, for his contribution to cultural and community development and excellence in Public Administration.
