Staande hond 1864 - 1936

"Staande hond" (Standing Dog) is a charcoal drawing created between 1864 and 1936 by Dutch artist Jan van Essen. The piece depicts a dog, rendered in a realistic style, with careful attention to detail in its fur and body. It is housed in the Rijksmuseum, a prominent museum in Amsterdam. The artwork is a study in animal anatomy and showcases van Essen's skills in capturing the essence of his subject. This drawing, measuring 123 mm by 220 mm, serves as an example of the artist's work in the genre of animal portraiture.