Dier op het land 1848 - 1888

"Dier op het land" is a pencil sketch on paper by Anton Mauve, a prominent Dutch painter known for his landscapes and animal subjects. This artwork, created between 1848 and 1888, exemplifies Mauve's early style, showcasing his masterful use of line and shading to depict a fleeting glimpse of nature. The sketch, likely a study for a larger work, hints at a landscape scene with an animal, perhaps a cow or sheep, partially obscured by the surrounding foliage. Mauve's focus on capturing the essence of the subject through quick, expressive strokes is evident in this dynamic and suggestive piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.