Jachthond en kop 1840 - 1880

"Jachthond en kop" (Hunting Dog and Head) is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, created between 1840 and 1880. The drawing, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a hunting dog in mid-leap, its form rendered with loose, expressive lines. The dog’s head is obscured by a human head, looking down, that appears to be sketching. The composition suggests a moment of observation and contemplation. Tavenraat's quick sketches often captured fleeting moments and are known for their dynamic energy and gestural style.