Pijlstaarteenden 1840 - 1880

"Pijlstaarteenden" (Arrow-tailed Ducks) is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, created between 1840 and 1880. The drawing depicts a scene of ducks in flight and resting on a body of water. The artist's signature is visible in the bottom left corner, while a stamp of the Rijksmuseum, where the artwork is currently housed, is visible in the upper right corner. The drawing showcases Tavenraat's talent for capturing movement and depicting the natural world with precision and detail. The delicate lines of the drawing suggest a lightness and grace, highlighting the beauty of these birds. The drawing's small size of 67 mm by 82 mm is a testament to the artist's ability to create detailed works on a small scale.