Landscape with a Cow

Niederländische Grafik 1730–1914, late 19th century

The image depicts a rural scene from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon line is low in the composition, with an expansive sky dominating the upper portion. On the horizon, there is a line of trees or bushes. In the foreground, a brown and white cow grazes near a wooden fence that directs the viewer's eye diagonally. More cows are visible in the distance, along with a cluster of trees to the right. Loose and light brushstrokes are used, typical of a watercolor technique, giving an airy quality to the scene. The color palette is soft and muted, with earthy greens and browns in the land, and pale blue and beige hues in the sky, creating a serene atmosphere.
Artist
Niederländische Grafik 1730–1914
Date
late 19th century
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor on wove paper
Dimensions
25.9 × 39.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image depicts a rural scene from a slightly elevated perspective. The horizon line is low in the composition, with an expansive sky dominating the upper portion. On the horizon, there is a line of trees or bushes. In the foreground, a brown and white cow grazes near a wooden fence that directs the viewer's eye diagonally. More cows are visible in the distance, along with a cluster of trees to the right. Loose and light brushstrokes are used, typical of a watercolor technique, giving an airy quality to the scene. The color palette is soft and muted, with earthy greens and browns in the land, and pale blue and beige hues in the sky, creating a serene atmosphere.

Niederländische Grafik 1730–1914