Aangespoelde beenderen 1809 - 1810

"Aangespoelde beenderen" is a watercolor drawing by Dutch artist Anthonie van den Bos, dating to 1809-1810. This detailed study, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, features a collection of animal bones meticulously rendered in shades of grey. The arrangement, reminiscent of a still life, highlights the anatomical intricacies of the bones, suggesting an interest in natural history and scientific observation, popular during the Enlightenment era.