Schetsboek met 43 bladen 1848 - 1888

This is a sketchbook by Anton Mauve, a prominent Dutch painter known for his landscapes and animal paintings, particularly sheep. The sketchbook, containing 43 pages, was created between 1848 and 1888 and currently resides in the Rijksmuseum. Its cover, a plain canvas, is marked with faint pencil lines and scattered paint splatters, offering a glimpse into the artist’s creative process. The sketchbook provides a unique window into Mauve’s working methods, capturing his creative explorations and artistic development over several decades.