Twee geiten en een boer bij een hek 1899 - 1920

"Twee geiten en een boer bij een hek" (Two goats and a farmer by a fence) is a pencil drawing by the Dutch artist Jan Mankes, completed between 1899 and 1920. Known for his detailed and realistic depictions of animals, Mankes captures the two goats from behind, their fluffy fur and legs meticulously rendered. The figure of the farmer is partially obscured, suggesting a fleeting moment in a rural scene. Though a sketch, the drawing demonstrates Mankes' early artistic talent and his fascination with the natural world.