Koe grazend bij een hooibaal in een landschap 1848 - 1888

"Koe grazend bij een hooibaal in een landschap" (Cow Grazing by a Haystack in a Landscape) is a pencil sketch by Anton Mauve, a prominent Dutch painter known for his landscapes and animal depictions. Created between 1848 and 1888, the artwork captures a single cow grazing in a field, its form outlined with delicate strokes. The simple composition and minimalist style, characteristic of Mauve's work, highlight the natural beauty of the subject. This sketch, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Mauve's artistic process and his keen observation of nature.