This is a drawing of a bull standing on a small platform. The drawing depicts the bull in profile view, facing left, displaying its strong body and curved horns. The bull's tail is raised, adding a sense of motion to the static pose. The artist has used ink to create strong lines and washes to give depth and texture to the bull's musculature and the ground beneath its hooves. The paper is slightly aged, with some visible stains, giving the piece an antique appearance. The ground beneath the bull is rendered in a darker tone, distinguishing it from the lighter background, highlighting the animal's prominence in the drawing.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1770s
- Medium
- pen and brown ink with brown-gray wash over graphite on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4727 × 3422 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original