Os met kar in een bos 1858

Johannes Tavenraat's "Os met kar in een bos" (Ox with cart in a forest) is a pen and ink drawing from 1858, currently on display at the Rijksmuseum. This detailed sketch captures the scene of an ox pulling a cart through a dense forest, showcasing Tavenraat's talent for depicting the natural world. The drawing's focus on the animal and its task, combined with the surrounding forest's intricate details, reflects the artist's interest in rural life and the relationship between man and nature. The use of ink creates a sense of depth and texture, highlighting the ox's muscular form and the forest's rugged beauty.