Koeien in een wei 1788 - 1814

"Koeien in een wei" (Cows in a Meadow) is a pencil drawing by Jan (II) Kobell, created between 1788 and 1814. The drawing depicts a pastoral scene with four cows, two drinking from a stream, one standing, and one lying down, amidst a gently sloping meadow. The artist's skilled use of shading creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the cows' forms. Kobell, who specialized in landscapes and animal scenes, captures the tranquility of the countryside in this intimate drawing, showcasing his talent for depicting nature in a realistic yet aesthetically pleasing way.