Koe liggend naast een knotwilg in de wei 1805 - 1871

"Koe liggend naast een knotwilg in de wei" is a pen and ink drawing by Jacob Plügger, a Dutch artist known for his depictions of rural life. This small, detailed drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, portrays a cow resting in a field near a pollarded willow tree and a fence. The simple composition, with its emphasis on the cow's form and the surrounding landscape, captures the tranquility of rural life, a popular subject for Plügger's work. The delicate lines and intricate details of the drawing create a sense of realism, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of the natural world.