Pissing Cow and Two Sheep

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701, c. 1685–1697

This is a drawing of a cow and two sheep. The drawing depicts a standing cow in the foreground, characterized by prominent horns and udders, with its body rendered in fine detail. The cow appears to be in a relaxed posture, weight balanced on its legs. Next to the cow, a sheep is lying down, with another sheep standing beside it. The drawing uses fine dots and shading to create depth. It has a monochromatic palette of earthy tones.
Artist
Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701
Date
c. 1685–1697
Type
Print
Medium
color etching inked à la poupée on laid paper
Dimensions
10.5 × 16 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a cow and two sheep. The drawing depicts a standing cow in the foreground, characterized by prominent horns and udders, with its body rendered in fine detail. The cow appears to be in a relaxed posture, weight balanced on its legs. Next to the cow, a sheep is lying down, with another sheep standing beside it. The drawing uses fine dots and shading to create depth. It has a monochromatic palette of earthy tones.

Niederländische Grafik 1623–1701