Artwork

Oxen in the Meadow

Oxen in the Meadow, by Jan Kobell, unspecified, 1806
Oxen in the Meadow, by Jan Kobell, unspecified, 1806

Oxen in the Meadow is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Jan Kobell. It dates from 1806 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Oxen in the Meadow' depicts a serene rural scene.

Subject & Meaning

Two oxen stand in a grassy field beside a wooden fence, with a puddle in the foreground and more cattle grazing in the distance under a pale sky, capturing a quiet moment in a rural setting.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by loose brushstrokes, suggesting a spontaneous and observational approach to painting.

History & Provenance

The artist of 'Oxen in the Meadow' is unknown, but the style suggests a connection to the land and a straightforward representation of everyday life.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jan Kobell

Artist

Jan Kobell

Jan Kobell (1779–1814) was an artist, born in Delfshaven.

Rijksmuseum

Museum

Rijksmuseum

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