Studies van een hert 1867 - 1903

"Studies van een hert" (Studies of a Deer) is a series of three pencil sketches by Piet Meiners, created between 1867 and 1903. The sketches, which are now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depict a deer in various poses, including a reclining stag, a doe standing, and another doe in profile. Meiners' masterful use of line and shading creates a sense of life and movement, highlighting the anatomical details of the deer. This work exemplifies the artist's skill in animal studies, which were a significant part of his artistic output.