Hert 1840 - 1880

Johannes Tavenraat's "Hert" is a small, detailed ink drawing of a stag standing in profile on a brown paper background. Created between 1840 and 1880, the artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and demonstrates Tavenraat's skill in capturing the essence of wildlife through quick, expressive strokes. The simple yet powerful composition and the artist's distinctive style make this drawing a captivating example of animal studies in 19th-century Dutch art.