Herten in een bergachtig landschap 1819 - 1881

"Herten in een bergachtig landschap" (1819-1881) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat (1809-1881), currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a mountainous landscape with two chamois standing on a cliff. Tavenraat's skilled use of shading and hatching creates a sense of depth and realism in this study of a mountainous scene. The artist's detailed observation of nature is evident in the depiction of the animals and the landscape, which contribute to the overall sense of peacefulness. This drawing is a fine example of Tavenraat's talent for capturing the beauty of the natural world through his skillful use of pencil.