Liggende ko og en stående ko set bagfra 1644

"Liggende ko og en stående ko set bagfra" (Lying Cow and a Standing Cow Seen from Behind) is an etching by Dutch artist Nicolaes Berchem, dated 1644. The artwork depicts two cows in a pastoral setting, one lying down and the other standing, seen from behind. The composition is simple and direct, with the cows dominating the foreground. Berchem's use of line and shading creates a sense of volume and depth, and the detail of the animals' anatomy is impressive. This etching exemplifies Berchem's talent for animal portraiture and his ability to capture the beauty of the natural world. The artwork is a valuable example of 17th-century Dutch etching, notable for its realistic depiction of farm animals and its peaceful landscape setting.