Drie koeien- en een kalfskop 1809

This black and white etching titled “Drie koeien- en een kalfskop” (Three Cows and a Calf’s Head) by Anthony Oberman, created in 1809, depicts the heads of four cattle. The realistic rendering of the animals, particularly their eyes, creates a sense of intimacy and evokes a feeling of connection with the subject matter. Oberman, known for his detailed animal studies, meticulously captures the texture of the cows’ fur and the nuanced expressions on their faces. This work, characteristic of the Dutch tradition of animal portraiture, can be found at the Rijksmuseum.