Liggende rød- og sortbroget ko 1818 - 1848

"Liggende rød- og sortbroget ko" (Lying Red and Black Spotted Cow) is a study by Danish artist Johan Thomas Lundbye, created between 1818 and 1848. This delicate watercolor and pencil drawing, currently housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, captures the lifelike details of a cow in a relaxed, recumbent pose. Lundbye, known for his precise depictions of animals, utilizes detailed shading and subtle color variations to create a realistic portrait of the cow, highlighting the nuanced textures of its fur and the natural folds of its body. This artwork represents Lundbye's keen observation of the natural world and his ability to translate those observations into his artistic practice.