Liggend varken, naar rechts, tegen een beschutting 1812

"Liggend varken, naar rechts, tegen een beschutting" (Lying pig, to the right, against a shelter) is a detailed pencil drawing by Dutch artist Jean Bernard, created in 1812. The artwork showcases the artist's meticulous attention to detail in depicting the pig's textured fur and relaxed posture, emphasizing its realistic presence. The simple composition, with the pig resting against a wooden wall, adds to the overall impression of tranquility and observation. The drawing, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, exemplifies Bernard's talent for animal studies, a popular genre in 19th-century Dutch art.