Grazend vee bij een boerderij 1834 - 1911

This pencil sketch, titled "Grazend vee bij een boerderij" (Grazing Cattle Near a Farm) by Dutch artist Jozef Israëls, depicts a simple yet evocative scene of cattle grazing near a farmhouse. The loose, expressive lines of the drawing capture the essence of the subject matter, with the focus on the natural forms of the animals and trees. Israëls was known for his realist depictions of everyday life and his use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. This sketch, likely a preliminary study for a larger work, exemplifies the artist's keen observation and ability to capture the beauty in the ordinary. The drawing is a testament to the enduring power of nature and the simple pleasures of rural life.