Hoorn met bladeren en een koe 1877 - 1880

"Hoorn met bladeren en een koe" (Horn with leaves and a cow) is a pencil sketch on paper by Dutch artist Jac van Looij. The artwork, dated between 1877 and 1880, depicts a cow with a horn, amidst leaves. The sketch, with its quick and gestural lines, reflects the artist's interest in capturing the essence of the subject matter. While the drawing is unfinished, it provides a glimpse into the creative process of the artist, who was known for his landscapes and animal studies. The simplicity of the composition, the loose handling of lines, and the artist's focus on capturing the essence of the subject are hallmarks of Jac van Looij's drawing style.