Studies van een paard 1840 - 1880

"Studies van een paard" (Studies of a horse) is a drawing by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, dating from between 1840-1880. The drawing depicts four dynamic sketches of horses, rendered in a simple yet expressive style with black ink. The swift strokes and angles of the lines capture the movement and energy of the animal, making this a powerful study of equine anatomy. The artwork is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and exemplifies Tavenraat's talent for capturing animal movement and form. The sketches offer a glimpse into the artist's working process and demonstrate his artistic mastery.