Reiger aan het water met twee vissen bij zijn poten 1891 - 1941

"Reiger aan het water met twee vissen bij zijn poten" (Heron by the Water with Two Fish at its Feet) is a pen and ink drawing by Dutch artist Leo Gestel, created between 1891 and 1941. The artwork, now part of the Rijksmuseum collection, depicts a heron with its long neck bent downwards, as if watching the two fish wriggling in the water at its feet. Gestel’s drawing captures the stillness of the heron, contrasting with the movement of the fish, creating a sense of anticipation and tension. This drawing showcases Gestel’s signature style, known for its delicate lines and expressive use of black ink, particularly in capturing the textures of feathers and water.