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Head of a donkey

Thomas Sidney Cooper

1850

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

Early 19th Century Animal Donkey

Dominant colour

Head of a donkey is a 1850 by Thomas Sidney Cooper, depicting Donkey, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.

Who painted this?: Thomas Sidney Cooper
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This sketch shows just the head of a donkey, drawn in simple pencil lines. The animal’s eye is dark and round, its ears pointed, and its fur is lightly marked. The background is plain white, keeping all focus on the donkey’s face. The drawing looks quick, almost like a study rather than a finished piece. The lines are loose but capture the shape well, especially the donkey’s expressive eye. If you like this, check out Thomas Sidney Cooper for more animal sketches.