Koeien in een weiland c. 1876 - 1879

"Koeien in een weiland" is a pencil sketch created by Anton Mauve, a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and animal studies. This sketch, dating from around 1876-1879, depicts a group of cows resting in a meadow. While the drawing is highly simplified, Mauve's characteristic attention to detail and light can be seen in the way he captures the forms of the cows and the textures of the grass and foliage. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process and his enduring fascination with the natural world.