En okse 1868 - 1872

"En okse" (The Ox) is a woodcut by Danish artist Niels Skovgaard, created between 1868 and 1872. This small-scale work, currently housed at SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, features a detailed depiction of an ox in profile, standing on a grassy terrain. Skovgaard's masterful use of line and shading brings the animal to life, highlighting the ox's sturdy form and the texture of its fur. The simplicity of the composition and the focus on natural detail showcase Skovgaard's interest in realism and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects.