Twee koeienkoppen, de een en face de ander in zijaansicht 1800 - 1841

"Twee koeienkoppen, de een en face de ander in zijaansicht" (Two Cow Heads, One Frontal the Other in Profile) is a black and white drawing by Dutch artist Joannes Bemme, dated between 1800 and 1841. The drawing, now housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts the heads of two cows in detail, one facing the viewer and the other in profile. The artist’s meticulous hatching technique creates a sense of realism and volume, emphasizing the cows’ muscular forms and textured fur. Bemme's work is known for its focus on animals and its realistic depiction of the natural world. This drawing demonstrates the artist’s keen observation of animal anatomy and his ability to capture the subtle nuances of their expressions.