Ezel 1750 - 1809

"Ezel" is a delicate pencil sketch by Swiss artist David Alphonse de Sandoz-Rollin, created sometime between 1750 and 1809. The drawing depicts a donkey standing in a field, its head lowered, possibly grazing. The artist's meticulous detail is apparent in the rendering of the animal's musculature and form, with a light and subtle touch. While the drawing is small in scale, it is a captivating study of the natural world. The artist's focus on observation and precise rendering is characteristic of the 18th century, a time when the study of nature was highly valued. This artwork is a valuable example of Sandoz-Rollin's talent for animal studies.