Artwork

A rooster with Hens and Chicks

A rooster with Hens and Chicks, by Albertus Verhoesen, unspecified, 1855
A rooster with Hens and Chicks, by Albertus Verhoesen, unspecified, 1855

A rooster with Hens and Chicks is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Albertus Verhoesen. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'A rooster with Hens and Chicks' depicts a serene farmyard scene featuring a rooster, hens, and chicks in a grassy setting.

Subject & Meaning

The scene is characterized by its tranquil atmosphere, with a hen gazing at a frog near her feet, introducing an element of unexpected curiosity.

Technique & Style

The work is notable for its straightforward, lifelike representation of everyday farm life, suggesting a possible influence from observational studies.

Artist & collection

Artist

Albertus Verhoesen

Albertus Verhoesen (1806–1881) was an artist, born in Utrecht.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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