Twee stieren, de koppen bijeen c. 1649 - 1677

"Twee stieren, de koppen bijeen" (Two Bulls, Heads Together) is an etching by Marcus de Bye, a Dutch artist born in 1639, created sometime between 1649 and 1677. This detailed artwork captures the moment when two bulls lock horns, their powerful forms and expressions conveying the intensity of the encounter. The simple, yet expressive, lines of the etching give a sense of realism to the animals, showcasing de Bye's skill as an animal artist. It is currently on display at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.