Vier liggende schapen 1824

"Vier liggende schapen" (Four Reclining Sheep) is an etching by Dutch artist Johannes Mock, created in 1824. This detailed and realistically rendered artwork depicts a flock of sheep resting in a grassy field. Mock's masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, capturing the sheep's soft wool and the undulating landscape. The composition is simple yet effective, with the sheep arranged in a relaxed and natural pose, highlighting the artist's keen eye for observation. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum.