Schaap in een kustlandschap 1897

"Schaap in een kustlandschap" (Sheep in a Coastal Landscape), an 1897 etching by Dutch artist Richard Nicolaüs Roland Holst, showcases a detailed and evocative depiction of a sheep standing in a landscape. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the essence of a coastal scene with its depiction of a distant shoreline, a row of houses, and a lone sheep in the foreground. Holst’s masterful use of line creates a sense of depth and texture, emphasizing the sheep’s woolly coat and the surrounding landscape. The etching exemplifies Holst’s exploration of nature and its beauty, with his artistic style often leaning towards realism and detailed observation.