Liggend varken, naar links 1819

"Liggend varken, naar links" is a detailed pencil drawing by Jean Bernard, created in 1819. The artwork, which is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a dead pig lying on its side with its head turned to the left. The piece demonstrates Bernard's mastery of anatomical detail and his ability to capture the texture of the animal's skin and fur. This drawing is a fine example of 19th-century animal studies, where artists sought to depict the natural world with meticulous accuracy.