Koppen van schapen en een ram 1893

"Koppen van schapen en een ram" (Heads of sheep and a ram) is an etching created by Frans Lebret in 1893. The piece depicts the heads of three sheep, two ewes and a ram, rendered in precise detail. Lebret's masterful use of line and shading brings the sheep's woolly coats and expressive faces to life. The artwork's simple composition and focus on the animals' features highlight the artist's skill in animal portraiture, a popular subject matter in the 19th century. This etching is an excellent example of the Dutch realist tradition, known for its meticulous observation and portrayal of everyday subjects.