Patrijzen! Possibly 1880 - 1882

"Patrijzen!" is a small ink and wash drawing on paper by Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat. The artwork depicts a hunting dog, possibly a pointer, standing in a field of tall grass, with its head held high as it searches for its prey. The sketch, dated 10/2 80, showcases Tavenraat's mastery of capturing movement and detail in a quick and expressive manner. Currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, the drawing exemplifies Tavenraat's talent for animal studies and his exploration of nature through a keen eye for observation.