Artwork

Pasture with Horses and Cattle

Pasture with Horses and Cattle, by Unknown, 1660
Pasture with Horses and Cattle, by Unknown, 1660

Pasture with Horses and Cattle is a photography by the Baroque artist Unknown. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Statens Museum for Kunst.

About this work

Overview

Pasture with Horses and Cattle, created in 1660 by 2014_person, is a serene landscape painting housed at the Museum of Ethnography.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a tranquil pastoral scene with horses and cattle grazing under a clear blue sky, evoking a sense of peacefulness and idyllic natural beauty.

Technique & Style

Warm tones are used to render the animals, which are depicted in varied poses, while a prominent foreground tree and rolling background hills achieve depth.

History & Provenance

Created in 1660, the work's provenance is documented from its creation until its current holding at the Museum of Ethnography, though specific ownership transitions are not detailed here.

Context

Reflecting 17th-century European pastoral themes, the painting captures a moment of rural serenity, characteristic of the era's appreciation for natural landscapes.

Legacy

While not widely recognized beyond its institutional holding, the piece contributes to the broader tradition of European pastoral art, offering a glimpse into 17th-century artistic interpretations of nature.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

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