Twee ossen, één schuurt de kop tegen een paal 1655

"Twee ossen, één schuurt de kop tegen een paal" ("Two oxen, one rubbing its head against a post") is an etching created by the Dutch Golden Age artist Karel du Jardin in 1655. The print depicts two oxen in a field, one of which is rubbing its head against a wooden post. The detailed etching, notable for its realistic depiction of the animals' forms and textures, exemplifies du Jardin's mastery of animal studies, a popular genre in Dutch art of the time. This small, intimate scene is a testament to his ability to capture the beauty and naturalism of everyday life. The print is currently part of the Rijksmuseum collection.