Who painted Farm Landscape with figure and cattle?

Farm Landscape with figure and cattle was painted by Barend Hendrik Thier in 1779.

Where can I see Farm Landscape with figure and cattle?

Farm Landscape with figure and cattle is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is Farm Landscape with figure and cattle?

Farm Landscape with figure and cattle is associated with Rococo painting.

Artwork

Farm Landscape with figure and cattle

Barend Hendrik Thier , 1779

Farm Landscape with figure and cattle is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist Barend Hendrik Thier. It dates from 1779 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum. This watercolour painting depicts a serene rural scene in North Holland, featuring a farm landscape with people and animals.

About this work

Overview

This watercolour painting depicts a serene rural scene in North Holland, featuring a farm landscape with people and animals.

Subject & Meaning

The scene includes a group of figures, cattle, and farm buildings, with a distant town and church visible on the horizon. A man in a hat gestures towards something, while others engage in quiet activities nearby.

Technique & Style

The artist employs gentle shading to convey depth, particularly in the trees and clothing. Soft colours, including greens, browns, and light blues, dominate the landscape, creating a peaceful atmosphere.

History & Provenance

The work was acquired by the museum in 1930 from a London collector.