Drie vossenkoppen 1866 - 1939

"Drie vossenkoppen" (Three Fox Heads) is a pencil drawing by Dutch artist Bernard Willem Wierink, created between 1866 and 1939. It showcases three detailed fox heads, rendered in various angles, demonstrating Wierink's keen eye for animal anatomy. This intimate sketch, part of the Rijksmuseum collection, reflects the artist's interest in naturalistic animal studies, a popular genre in 19th-century Dutch art. The small dimensions of the work highlight the intricate details of the fox's features, providing a glimpse into Wierink's artistic process and his ability to capture animal life with precision.