Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9

Etching of Three Sheep Resting by Fence: Farm Animal Study, by Oberman in 1810

$452.57
$565.7120% Off
£329.24
£411.5520% Off
€376
€47020% Off
CA$617.63
CA$772.0420% Off
A$687.79
A$859.7320% Off
CHF 357.95
CHF 447.4420% Off
MX$8,480.32
MX$10,600.4020% Off
NOK 4,558.83
NOK 5,698.5320% Off
SEK 4,284.86
SEK 5,356.0720% Off
DKK 2,861.54
DKK 3,576.9220% Off
Shipping
Retrieving quote...
The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation

About the Item

This print is part of a series titled "Studies van koeien, schapen en geiten" (Studies of Cows, Sheep, and Goats). The print was made by Anthony Oberman, a printmaker. Anthony Oberman (1781-1845) was a Dutch artist known for his detailed and realistic depictions of animals. His work often focused on studies of various farm animals, capturing their features with precision and skill. Oberman's prints are characterized by their fine lines and meticulous attention to detail, which is evident in this print of a lamb's head. This print by Anthony Oberman is an etching that depicts a serene pastoral scene featuring three sheep. Here is a detailed description: Composition: 1. Foreground Sheep: - The foreground features a sheep lying down on the grass, with its body turned slightly away from the viewer. The detailed etching captures the texture of its wool, emphasizing the natural curl and thickness typical of sheep. 2. Middle-ground Sheep: - Behind the foreground sheep, another sheep is partially visible, standing and looking to the right. This sheep is positioned behind a rustic wooden fence, adding depth and perspective to the scene. 3. Background Sheep: - In the background, another sheep is seen grazing or resting, partially obscured by the fence and the middle-ground sheep. This sheep adds to the layered composition, creating a sense of a peaceful and natural farm setting. Artistic Elements: - Technique: The etching technique allows for fine details, particularly in the depiction of the wool and the texture of the wooden fence. The use of light and shadow is meticulous, giving the print a three-dimensional quality. - Composition: The arrangement of the three sheep creates a balanced and harmonious composition, guiding the viewer’s eye through the scene from the foreground to the background. - Background: The background is kept relatively simple, focusing on the immediate environment around the sheep and the fence, thus emphasizing the main subjects. Condition: - The paper shows signs of aging, such as slight yellowing and some minor spots, which is typical for prints of this age. - There is a noticeable stain on the left side of the paper, which could affect the overall aesthetic value but does not seem to interfere with the main image area. Overall Impression: This print exemplifies Oberman's skill in capturing the tranquil and everyday scenes of farm life with precision and artistic sensitivity. The detailed portrayal of the sheep and their environment showcases his ability to render textures and forms convincingly, making this etching a valuable piece for those interested in historical prints and pastoral art. The signature and date on the print indicate that it was created in May 1810. Oberman's prints were likely used as reference materials for other artists or for educational purposes, given their accuracy and detail. This particular series includes an edition size of 20 prints. THE TECHNIQUE USED: The technique used for the print "Kop van een lam" by Anthony Oberman is etching. Etching is a printmaking process that involves using acid to carve into the unprotected parts of a metal surface to create a design in the metal. The metal plate is then inked, and the ink is transferred to paper to create the print. This technique allows for fine detail and intricate line work, which is evident in Oberman's detailed depiction of these sheep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.63 in (27 cm)Width: 16.93 in (43 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1810
  • Condition:
    Good. The paper shows signs of aging and some minor spots, which is typical for prints of this age. There is a noticeable stain on the left side of the paper, which does not interfere with the main image area. Please study the image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BG-13749-21stDibs: LU3054340593202

More From This Seller

View All
Serene Pastoral Scene with Two Resting Sheep: Etching by Anthony Oberman, 1810
Located in Langweer, NL
This print is part of a series titled "Studies van koeien, schapen en geiten" (Studies of Cows, Sheep, and Goats). The print was made by Anthony Oberman, a printmaker. Anthony Oberm...
Category

Antique 1810s Prints

Materials

Paper

Shepherd Resting Against a Fence – 18th-Century Etching by F. Faber
Located in Langweer, NL
Shepherd Resting Against a Fence – 18th-Century Etching by F. Faber This finely detailed etching by F. Faber, titled 'Schaapherder leunend tegen hek' (Shepherd Resting Against a F...
Category

Antique 1770s Prints

Materials

Paper

Etching of Resting Cow by Fence: Rural Scene by Anthony Oberman, 1810
Located in Langweer, NL
The print by Anthony Oberman features a single cow lying down near a fence in a pastoral setting. Here’s a detailed description of the etching: Composition: 1. Resting Cow: - Th...
Category

Antique 1810s Prints

Materials

Paper

No. 22 Antique Print of Sheep by Cooper, 1839
By Thomas Sidney Cooper
Located in Langweer, NL
Antique print of various sheep. This print originates from 'Cattle Subjects' by Thomas Sidney Cooper. He was an English landscape painter no...
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Antique Print of a Sheep by Geissler, 'c.1820'
Located in Langweer, NL
Original antique print of a sheep. Source unknown, to be determined. Published by or after Geissler, circa 1820.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Etching of Grazing Cow by Fence: Farm Scene, Produced by A.Oberman in 1809
Located in Langweer, NL
This print by Anthony Oberman depicts a single cow grazing near a fence. Here is a detailed description of the etching: Composition: 1. Grazing Cow: - The central subject of t...
Category

Antique Early 1800s Prints

Materials

Paper

You May Also Like

Sheep by coast, antique colour aquatint engraving, circa 1800
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Sheep by coast. Colour etching, circa 1800. 20cm by 26cm (sheet) 16cm by 20cm (platemark)
Category

19th Century Victorian Animal Prints

Materials

Etching

Merino Sheep - Etching by James Barenger - 1822
By James Barenger
Located in Roma, IT
Etching and aquatint realized by James Barenger in 1822. Table from "The Sporting Repository", first edition. Very good condition. James Barenger (1780-1831) was an english animal ...
Category

Mid-19th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

Les Moutons de Claudine - Etching by Jules Herau - Late 19th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Les Moutons de Claudine is a black and White etching realized by Jules Herau in the Late 19th Century.  Titled in the lower Image Size: 23x31 Very good impression. Realized by Ca...
Category

Late 19th Century Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Etching

La Brebis, antique French 1760s sheep engraving
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'La Brebis' Copper-line engraving, circa 1765 From Buffon's "Histoire Naturelle, Generale et Particuliere Avec la Description du Cabinet du Roi" which was published in Paris. 24c...
Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Animal Prints

Materials

Engraving

Soft-woolled Sheep of Wales, lithograph with original hand-colouring, c 1845
By After William Shiels
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Race a laine douce, du Pays de Galles' (Soft-woolled sheep of Wales) Lithograph with original hand-colouring by Hermann Eichens (1813-1886) from a drawing by W. Nicholson after a ...
Category

Late 19th Century Naturalistic Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Stock, tinted lithograph of cattle and sheep, by Thomas Sydney Cooper
By Thomas Sidney Cooper
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Tinted lithograph with white highlights, from 'Thirty-Four Subjects of Cattle', published in 1837 by Thos. McLean, Ackermann and Tilt. Printed at A Ducote's Lithographic Establishmen...
Category

1830s Victorian Animal Prints

Materials

Lithograph