Hert bij de oever van een ven in het bos 1871

Karl Bodmer's "Hert bij de oever van een ven in het bos" (1871) is a detailed black and white lithograph depicting a deer standing on a bank overlooking a stream in a dense forest. Bodmer, a renowned Swiss-American artist known for his landscape and animal paintings, captures the serene beauty of the natural world through meticulous detail and delicate shading. The deer, positioned in the center of the composition, stands out against the dark backdrop of trees, adding a sense of stillness and solitude to the scene. This artwork is a testament to Bodmer's masterful skill in capturing the essence of nature, a common theme throughout his career.