Artwork
Cattle at the waterfall
Cattle at the waterfall is an oil painting by Philipp Peter Roos. It dates from 1691 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.
About this work
Overview
Cattle at the waterfall is a painting created around 1691 by Philipp Peter Roos, a German artist known as Rosa di Tivoli, who specialized in pastoral scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene landscape with cattle gathered near a waterfall, set against a backdrop of trees and hills, conveying a sense of tranquility and calm.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of oil paint, color, and light creates depth and texture, with warm tones casting a golden glow and bold brushstrokes adding energy and movement.
History & Provenance
The painting is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw, created by an artist who worked in and near Rome from 1677.
Artist & collection
Artist
Philipp Peter Roos (later surnamed Rosa di Tivoli; 1655–1706) was a German Baroque painter, active in and near Rome from 1677 onward.
