Os bij een hek c. 1843 - 1864

"Os bij een hek" ("Cow by a Fence"), a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Wouter Verschuur (1812-1874), captures the essence of rural life in the mid-19th century. The detailed depiction of a cow's head, framed by a simple wooden fence, highlights Verschuur's keen observation of nature. The composition is both realistic and expressive, showcasing his mastery of line and detail. Created between 1843 and 1864, this drawing, now in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Verschuur's realistic animal studies.