Study 

This "Study" was painted by Hugo Mühlig in the late 19th or early 20th century. The dominant symbol here is the cow, an ancient motif representing nourishment, motherhood, and the bounty of nature. The figure of the cow has appeared across cultures. Think of the sacred cows of ancient Egypt, embodiments of the goddess Hathor, or the Greek myth of Io, transformed into a heifer. Here, in Mühlig's rendering, the cow ambles through the landscape. This image resonates with a collective memory of pastoral life, evoking both tranquility and the labor of existence. It is a powerful symbol that engages viewers on a deep, subconscious level. The symbol resurfaces, evolves, and takes on new meanings in different historical contexts, carrying its echo through time.