Who painted Pastoral Landscape with Ruins?

Pastoral Landscape with Ruins was painted by Adriaen van de Velde in 1664.

Where can I see Pastoral Landscape with Ruins?

Pastoral Landscape with Ruins is held by Art Institute of Chicago.

What movement is Pastoral Landscape with Ruins?

Pastoral Landscape with Ruins is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of Pastoral Landscape with Ruins?

Museum-quality prints of Pastoral Landscape with Ruins are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Pastoral Landscape with Ruins

Adriaen van de Velde , 1664

Pastoral Landscape with Ruins is an oil painting by the Baroque artist Adriaen van de Velde. It dates from 1664 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

He borrowed cattle poses from Paulus Potter’s work and sunny Italian views from Nicolaes Pietersz.

Adriaen van de Velde painted *Pastoral Landscape with Ruins* in 1664. The scene shows cows resting near a crumbling stone arch under a golden summer sky. A few people lounge nearby, adding to the calm feel.

Van de Velde balanced real studies with idealized beauty. He borrowed cattle poses from Paulus Potter’s work and sunny Italian views from Nicolaes Pietersz. Berchem. The mix made this picture feel both lively and peaceful.

Want to see more like this? Check out works by Paulus Potter.

Overview

Adriaen van de Velde's 'Pastoral Landscape with Ruins' is an oil on canvas painting created in 1664, depicting a serene Italian countryside scene.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows cows resting near a ruined stone arch under a warm summer sky, accompanied by lounging figures, evoking a sense of rural innocence and peace that would have resonated with urban Dutch audiences.

Technique & Style

Van de Velde achieved a harmonious balance by combining life studies of the landscape with studio sketches of cattle and figures, drawing on the influences of Paulus Potter and Nicolaes Pietersz. Berchem to create an idealized yet lively scene.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Adriaen van de Velde

Adriaen van de Velde, was a Dutch painter, draughtsman, and print artist. His favorite subjects were landscapes with animals and genre scenes. He also painted beaches, dunes, forests, winter scenes, portraits in…