Hvilende køer 1619 - 1684

print, etching

landscape illustration sketch

mechanical pen drawing

print

pen illustration

pen sketch

etching

pencil sketch

pen-ink sketch

botanical drawing

pen work

watercolour illustration

botanical art

"Hvilende køer" (Resting Cows) is an etching by Dutch artist Jan van den Hecke I, created between 1619 and 1684. This artwork depicts a group of cows resting in a field. The detail in the etching is noticeable in the artist's rendering of the cows’ fur, creating a sense of realism. The cows' relaxed posture, the lush landscape, and the peaceful setting evoke a sense of tranquility. "Hvilende køer" is a fine example of Dutch Golden Age art, with its focus on naturalism and everyday life. Currently, it is on display at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.