Kop van een bergeend Possibly 1828

This detailed drawing, "Kop van een bergeend" (Head of a Mountain Duck), was created by Dutch artist Jean Bernard in possibly 1828. The drawing, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, showcases a close-up view of a duck's head, emphasizing the texture of its feathers and the subtle variations in light and shadow. This work exemplifies Bernard's keen observation of natural detail and contributes to a broader tradition of Dutch animal studies in the 19th century.