Snoek, naar links 1775 - 1833

"Snoek, naar links" (Pike, to the left) is a detailed pencil drawing by Jean Bernard, a Dutch artist active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This realistic depiction of a pike showcases Bernard's keen eye for detail and his mastery of the medium. The drawing, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures the fish's elongated form, its scales, and the subtle play of light and shadow, making it a valuable document of natural history. It is a prime example of the meticulous anatomical studies that were popular among artists of the time, bridging the gap between scientific observation and artistic expression.