Liggend schaap met vliegen 1790 - 1797

"Liggend schaap met vliegen" (Lying Sheep with Flies) is a detailed etching created by Dutch artist M. Brakel between 1790 and 1797. This small-scale work, measuring only 78 mm high and 116 mm wide, depicts a sheep lying on its side with its head turned slightly towards the viewer. The sheep is surrounded by a swarm of flies, which are rendered with great precision and detail. Brakel’s meticulous attention to the sheep’s wool and the flies creates a realistic and almost tactile image. The etching is a fine example of Brakel’s skill as a draftsman and his keen eye for detail.