Artwork

Study of a Cow

Study of a Cow, by Unknown, 1840
Study of a Cow, by Unknown, 1840

Study of a Cow is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Study of a Cow is a drawing created around 1840 by an artist known as 1131_person. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a brown cow with a white belly patch standing on a fence, eating from a wooden trough. The scene is tranquil, capturing a mundane moment in the cow's daily life.

Technique & Style

The artist employed simple yet deliberate lines, particularly around the cow's face and legs. The use of lines creates a sense of texture and depth, contributing to the overall calm atmosphere of the scene.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known