Twee schapen en een lam before 1841

"Twee schapen en een lam" is a black and white etching by Joseph Louis Leborne, a Dutch artist born in 1796, depicting a pastoral scene. The etching, completed before 1841, features three sheep in a grassy field, with two sheep and a lamb resting in the foreground. Leborne, known for his animal studies, captures the sheep with a careful, detailed approach, showcasing their woolly texture and graceful forms. The use of a simple, yet expressive, line creates a realistic and intimate portrayal of the animals, highlighting the natural beauty and tranquility of the scene.