Schetsen van herten en honden 1840 - 1880

"Schetsen van herten en honden" (Sketches of Deer and Dogs) is a collection of quick sketches by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, executed in pen and ink on paper. The artwork, dated between 1840 and 1880, is a study in animal anatomy, featuring a collection of deer, one with prominent antlers, in various poses. These sketches are a testament to Tavenraat's meticulous observation of nature and his skill in capturing animal movement with precise lines. The drawing, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the artist's process of capturing natural subjects through quick and expressive drawings.