Boy and Calf c. 1926

"Boy and Calf" is a 1926 drawing by Australian artist Robert Austin. The work depicts a young boy struggling to control a calf, while another figure on horseback rides in the background. This quick sketch, executed in charcoal on paper, captures a moment of rural life in a loose and expressive style, typical of Austin's work. His drawings often focused on the Australian landscape and its inhabitants, capturing the spirit of a changing nation. This work demonstrates his ability to render movement and emotion with few lines.