Kop van een wolf 1840 - 1880

"Kop van een wolf" is a pencil sketch by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, dating from between 1840 and 1880. The artwork, currently located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a wolf's head in a detailed and expressive style. Tavenraat's careful lines capture the animal's powerful features, creating a sense of realism and intensity. The annotations surrounding the drawing suggest it may have been a study for a larger work, providing insight into the artist's creative process. The artwork is a testament to Tavenraat's skill in animal portraiture and a valuable example of his working methods.