Artwork
Landscape with figures and cattle
Landscape with figures and cattle is a watercolor work on paper by the British Romanticist artist Benjamin Barker. It dates from 1800 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
This watercolour painting, created by Benjamin Barker in 1800, presents a serene rural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The landscape features human figures and cattle, with two women standing by a tree and a man sitting on a nearby rock, accompanied by cows and a cart. The composition is set against a backdrop of trees, hills, and a body of water.
Technique & Style
Executed in watercolour, the painting conveys a peaceful atmosphere under a cloudy sky, characteristic of the Romanticism movement's emphasis on natural scenery and emotional resonance.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Benjamin Barker (1776–1838), was an English landscape painter. Barker was the son of Benjamin and brother of Thomas Barker, called ‘Barker of Bath,’ resided at Bath, Somerset and between 1800 and 1821 exhibited…
