Artwork
Landscape with a Peasant and His Flock

Landscape with a Peasant and His Flock is an unspecified painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Alexander Joseph Daiwaille. It dates from 1854 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Alexander Joseph Daiwaille's 'Landscape with a Peasant and His Flock' is a painting from around 1854, showcasing the artist's shift from portraiture to landscape painting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene rural scene, featuring a peasant guiding sheep and cows along a dirt path, set against a backdrop of trees, hills, and a blue sky with soft clouds.
Technique & Style
Daiwaille's attention to light and its effects on the natural environment brings the scene to life, with detailed renderings of leaves and rocks, and calm, integrated depictions of the animals.
History & Provenance
The work is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting Daiwaille's development as a landscape painter influenced by his travels and collaboration with Barend Cornelis Koekkoek.
Context
The painting is rooted in the Dutch Golden Age tradition, continuing its themes of rural life and landscapes.
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Artist
Alexander Joseph Daiwaille (21 January 1818 – 1888) was a Dutch portrait painter.











