Olifant bij een boom 1876 - 1924

"Olifant bij een boom" (Elephant by a Tree) is a graphite drawing on paper by Dutch artist Gerrit Willem Dijsselhof. Created between 1876 and 1924, the artwork depicts an elephant standing near a tree, its form captured in simple, fluid lines. The minimalist style of the drawing, possibly a preliminary sketch, highlights Dijsselhof's talent for capturing the essence of his subject with minimal detail. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his fascination with animals.