To væddere 1825

"To væddere" (Two Rams), an etching by Christian David Gebauer from 1825, depicts two rams in a simple, yet evocative, setting. The artwork, part of the collection at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases Gebauer's ability to capture the animals' form and presence with meticulous detail. The contrasting poses of the rams, one standing and the other seated, create a sense of interaction and tension, inviting the viewer to contemplate the animals' unspoken communication. The artist's skill in depicting the texture of the rams' wool and the subtle contours of their bodies is evident in this small yet impactful artwork.