Artwork
At the Watering Trough
At the Watering Trough is an oil painting by the Realist artist Mihály Munkácsy. It dates from 1869 and is held in the collection of the Hungarian National Gallery.
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Overview
At the Watering Trough is an oil painting created by Mihály Munkácsy in 1869. It is a representative work of the artist's realist style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a rural scene where animals and people have gathered at a water source, capturing a moment of everyday life.
Technique & Style
Executed in a realist manner, the work showcases Munkácsy's skill in rendering scenes of ordinary life with attention to detail.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Hungarian National Gallery's collection, reflecting Munkácsy's significance as a Hungarian artist who achieved international recognition in the 19th century.
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Artist
Mihály Munkácsy (Hungarian pronunciation: ; 20 February 1844 – 1 May 1900) was a Hungarian painter. He earned international reputation with his genre pictures and large-scale biblical paintings.
