Heuvellandschap met grazende schapen 1848 - 1888

"Heuvellandschap met grazende schapen" (Hill Landscape with Grazing Sheep), created between 1848 and 1888 by Dutch artist Anton Mauve, is a pencil sketch that depicts a simple scene of sheep grazing in a hilly landscape. This artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Mauve's skillful use of line and shading to capture the essence of rural life and the tranquility of the natural world. The sketch's minimalist approach and delicate lines are characteristic of Mauve's work, revealing his keen eye for detail and his ability to convey a sense of atmosphere with a few simple strokes.