Twee studies van een flamingo 1873 - 1917

"Twee studies van een flamingo" (Two studies of a flamingo), created between 1873 and 1917 by Dutch artist Theo van Hoytema, is a delicate pencil drawing of two flamingos, housed in the Rijksmuseum. This work displays Van Hoytema’s skilled hand in capturing the graceful form of the birds, using subtle shading and contour lines to depict their slender necks and long legs. The sketch offers a glimpse into the artist’s process of studying animal anatomy, revealing a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for the natural world.