Liggende geit en schaap bij een antieke ruïne 1641 - 1685

"Liggende geit en schaap bij een antieke ruïne" (Reclining Goat and Sheep by an Antique Ruin), an etching by Johann Heinrich Roos, depicts a goat and a sheep resting against an ancient ruin. Created between 1641-1685, this piece demonstrates Roos's mastery in animal depiction, a hallmark of his artistic career. The detailed rendering of the animals' fur and the realistic portrayal of the ruin create a sense of tranquility and natural beauty. This etching is a testament to Roos's skill in capturing the essence of animal life and the allure of classical antiquity.