Landschap met een schaapskudde 1848 - 1888

"Landschap met een schaapskudde" is a preliminary sketch by Anton Mauve, a Dutch painter known for his landscapes and animal studies. This quick charcoal drawing, likely completed between 1848 and 1888, showcases Mauve's adeptness at capturing the essence of a scene with minimal detail. The loose, gestural lines suggest a flock of sheep grazing in a field, while the distant horizon hints at the surrounding landscape. The composition and light strokes convey a sense of movement and the fleeting nature of the scene.