Artwork
The Patient Cow
The Patient Cow is a drawing by Clarence Holbrook Carter. It dates from 1928 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Patient Cow, a 1928 drawing by Clarence Holbrook Carter, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The piece depicts a serene scene of a resting cow in a natural setting.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, a light brown cow with curved horns, lies calmly on rocky ground, evoking a sense of tranquility. The composition includes a twisted tree and a cave behind the cow, set against a pale blue sky with soft clouds.
Technique & Style
The artist employed gentle watercolor strokes to capture the interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the overall peaceful atmosphere of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1928, the work is currently held in the permanent collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Clarence Holbrook Carter, known to friends as "Cartie," was an American artist who worked primarily in oil and watercolor. He is considered one of Cleveland’s most renowned painters.
