Artwork

A cow, and a group of figures beneath a parasol

A cow, and a group of figures beneath a parasol, by George Chinnery, 11
A cow, and a group of figures beneath a parasol, by George Chinnery, 11

A cow, and a group of figures beneath a parasol is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 11 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

A cow, and a group of figures beneath a parasol is a drawing depicting two distinct scenes.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing contains two separate subjects: a cow and a group of people gathered under a parasol, likely at a food stall, suggesting a casual, everyday atmosphere.

Technique & Style

As a drawing, the work is characterized by its medium, which allows for a range of expressive possibilities, from detailed renderings to quick sketches.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Chinnery

Artist

George Chinnery

George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.