Twee koeien, waarvan de voorste een bel draagt 1750 - 1809

David Alphonse de Sandoz-Rollin, a Swiss artist active between 1750 and 1809, created this pen and ink drawing titled "Twee koeien, waarvan de voorste een bel draagt." The artwork depicts two cows in a field, the foremost wearing a bell, a common feature for livestock to facilitate their tracking. The loose lines and shading capture the movement and presence of the cows, suggesting a quick and insightful study of their form. The small size of the drawing, measuring just 109 mm by 147 mm, highlights the artist's skill in rendering detail within a compact space. This piece is an excellent example of Sandoz-Rollin's talent in capturing the essence of rural life through meticulous observation.