Twee liggende schapen 1850

"Twee liggende schapen" (Two Lying Sheep) is a delicate lithograph by Dutch artist Jacobus Cornelis Gaal, dated 1850. The artwork depicts two sheep lying in a field, with the sheep on the right facing the viewer, its head resting on its front legs, creating a sense of tranquility and pastoral peace. Gaal's attention to detail in portraying the sheep's fur and the texture of the grass highlights his mastery of the medium, making the image both realistic and captivating. The simple composition and subdued tone contribute to the work's serene atmosphere, reflecting the natural world with a sense of intimacy. The lithograph is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.