Herten bij een boom 1862 - 1864

"Herten bij een boom" is an ink drawing on paper by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat. The drawing, created between 1862-1864, depicts a group of deer beneath a large tree. Tavenraat, known for his landscape and animal studies, captures the natural world with a free-flowing, expressive style. This sketch, likely a preparatory study, showcases his keen observation and ability to convey the movement and form of the animals. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, the drawing provides insight into Tavenraat’s artistic process and his fascination with the beauty of nature.