Ooievaar op nest 1816

Jean Bernard's "Ooievaar op nest" (1816), a delicate pencil drawing, depicts a stork standing on a nest with three hatchlings. Bernard, known for his naturalistic depictions of animals, masterfully captures the stork's elegant form and the intricate details of the nest. The minimalist composition, characterized by subtle shading and a light touch, allows the viewer to focus on the heartwarming scene of parental care. This small-scale work, housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Bernard's keen observation of nature and his ability to translate it into art.