Schetsblad met studies van koeien 1857

"Schetsblad met studies van koeien" is a pencil sketch by Gerard Bilders, created in 1857. The artwork features several studies of cows, depicting their forms and postures from various angles. It is a study in animal anatomy and is a testament to the artist's observational skills. The sketch is part of the collection at the Rijksmuseum. The piece demonstrates the artist's mastery of linework and his ability to capture the essence of his subject matter through swift and expressive strokes. These studies of cows, likely made from life, would have served as source material for future paintings by the artist.