Koeien, geiten en schapen in een bergachtig landschap met ruïne 1814

"Koeien, geiten en schapen in een bergachtig landschap met ruïne" (Cows, goats and sheep in a mountainous landscape with ruins), created in 1814 by Dutch artist Diederik Jan Singendonck (1784-1833), showcases the artist’s skill in capturing a peaceful rural scene. The pencil drawing depicts a serene landscape with a group of livestock relaxing in the shadow of a tree and a stone ruin, suggesting a sense of tranquility and the beauty of nature. The meticulous details and light brushstrokes create a sense of realism and depth, inviting the viewer to appreciate the simplicity of the subject.