Twee liggende koeien c. 1657 - 1761

Marcus de Bye’s etching "Twee liggende koeien" depicts two cows resting in a grassy field. The image, dated c. 1657 - 1761, is a detailed study of the animals and their environment, with the cows rendered in a realistic manner. The image is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and showcases the artist’s mastery of etching, which creates subtle tonal effects and highlights the texture of the cows’ hide.