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Calf and horse, 1849. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
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Calf and horse, 1849. Creator: Johannes Tavenraat
Calf and horse, 1849. Two drawings: a farmer pulling a calf; a saddled horse. Loose leaf belonging to a signed picture booklet for the artist's son Felix Tavenraat
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Artists Family Artists Model Artists Son Booklet Calf Farmer Horse Riding Joannes Tavenraat Johannes Tavenraat Model Pamphlet Pulling Riding Equipment Romantic Era Saddle Tavenraat Joannes Tavenraat Johannes Saddled Watercolour Paint
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is a captivating double drawing by the Dutch artist Johannes Tavenraat, created in the heart of the 19th century. This exquisite artwork is a loose leaf from a signed picture booklet, intended as a personal keepsake for Tavenraat's son, Arnoldus Dirk Felix Tavenraat. The first drawing showcases a farmer in the midst of his daily routine, as he pulls a newborn calf from its mother's womb. The farmer's determined expression and the muscular tension in his body convey the raw power and intensity of the moment. The calf, still covered in amniotic fluid, gazes up at its human rescuer with wide, curious eyes. The second drawing transitions seamlessly to the image of a saddled horse, a symbol of the horseman's profession and the freedom it brings. The horse's elegant form and the intricate details of its riding equipment evoke the romantic era and the allure of horse riding. Johannes Tavenraat masterfully captures the essence of rural life and the bond between man and animal. The use of ink and watercolor paints adds depth and texture to the drawings, bringing the scenes to life. This artwork is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands and the European art scene during the 19th century. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam houses this precious piece of history, a reminder of the simple joys and hardships of rural life, and the enduring connection between humans and their animals. This artwork invites us to explore the world of the past, to appreciate the beauty of the present, and to imagine the possibilities of the future.
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