Staande stier 1851

"Staande stier" is an etching by Dutch artist Jacobus Cornelis Gaal, created in 1851. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a standing bull in a landscape setting. The detailed etching showcases Gaal's mastery of capturing animal anatomy and the nuances of light and shadow. This print exemplifies the artistic tradition of animal studies, a genre popular throughout the 19th century. The artist's signature can be seen in the lower left corner, along with the date, adding further context to this captivating work.