Koe in een landschap c. 1767 - 1781

"Koe in een landschap" (Cow in a Landscape), an etching by Dutch artist Jabes Heenck, was created circa 1767-1781. The print depicts a single cow standing in a field, its tail and back legs prominently featured in the composition. Heenck's use of detailed line work creates a sense of realism, particularly evident in the animal's fur and the texture of the grass. The background, a simple landscape with a distant windmill, provides a subtle context for the animal, suggesting its rural setting. This work showcases Heenck's skill in capturing the beauty and detail of everyday scenes, a hallmark of his artistic practice.