Schapen 1839

"Schapen" (Sheep) is a pencil drawing by Johannes Tavenraat, created in 1839. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, consists of seven quick sketches capturing sheep in various poses. Tavenraat, known for his detailed animal studies, used light lines to depict the forms of the sheep with emphasis on their anatomical structure. These studies likely served as preparatory work for larger, more finished compositions. The drawing exemplifies Tavenraat's interest in animal anatomy and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with minimal detail.