Drawing of a cow
1812
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1812
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This sketch shows a cow lying on the ground, its head turned slightly to the side. The lines are simple but capture the animal’s fur and shape. The page looks old, with a faded label beneath it. This is one of Landseer’s early works, drawn when he was just a kid. The artist practiced by copying animals, and this one feels loose and quick. Want to see more of his animal drawings? Check out Victoria and Albert Museum.
