Screaming crow, standing to the left 1920

"Screaming Crow, Standing to the Left" is a 1920 ink drawing by Dutch artist Jan Mankes, known for his naturalistic depictions of animals. The artwork features a crow in profile, its beak open in a fierce cry, set against a backdrop of detailed brushstrokes that suggest a landscape. Mankes's signature style combines meticulous observation with expressive brushwork, lending a sense of life and immediacy to his subjects. Tragically, Mankes died in 1920 at the young age of 30, leaving behind a body of work that captured the beauty and fragility of the natural world. This artwork is an excellent example of his mastery of animal portraiture and his profound connection to nature.