De bekranste os 1832 - 1850

"De bekranste os" is an 1832 - 1850 woodcut by Erve Wijsmuller, depicting a decorated ox, a common motif in Dutch art. The print shows a detailed image of the animal, adorned with a floral garland, standing against a backdrop of stylized flowers and foliage. The text below the image offers a simple rhyme, highlighting the ox's value for its meat. This piece, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies the artistic tradition of using animal imagery for both aesthetic and utilitarian purposes.