Studieblad, onder andere met paarden, ruiters en zwanen 1839

Johannes Tavenraat's "Studie blad, onder andere met paarden, ruiters en zwanen" (1839) is a study sheet containing various sketches including a horse rearing up, a swan swimming, a dog, a rabbit, a rider on horseback, and a human head. This is a classic example of a "studie blad" a common practice in the 19th century for artists to practice their skills and explore different subjects and poses. The loose and expressive lines suggest a quick study, possibly done from life or observation. The work is now housed in the Rijksmuseum.