Twee schapenkoppen 1646 - 1672

Adriaen van de Velde's "Twee schapenkoppen" (Two Sheep Heads) is a detailed drawing of two sheep heads, showcasing the artist's mastery of animal anatomy and penmanship. Created sometime between 1646 and 1672, this small work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies van de Velde's keen observation of nature, capturing the subtle nuances of fur and the expressive eyes of the sheep. The work is a testament to the artist's dedication to realism and his ability to translate the essence of his subjects onto paper.