Grasland 1848 - 1888

"Grasland" (1848-1888) is a charcoal drawing by Anton Mauve depicting a solitary figure in a vast open landscape. The figure, a shepherd, is small and distant, emphasizing the immensity of the grassy terrain. Mauve was known for his portrayal of rural scenes, capturing the atmosphere of the Dutch countryside through his subtle use of light and shadow. The drawing's simplicity and focus on the natural world embody the tenets of Realism, a dominant artistic movement in 19th-century Europe.