Liggende geit 1788

Hendrik Willem Schweickhardt’s “Liggende geit” is an etching on paper depicting a goat laying down in a grassy field, likely near a tree. The goat is rendered with meticulous detail, particularly in the depiction of its fur. The artist was known for his mastery of depicting animals with naturalism and expressiveness, and this work is a testament to his skill. The etching is currently located at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.