Who painted Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten?

Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten was painted by Philipp Peter Roos in 1691.

Where can I see Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten?

Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten is held by Bavarian State Painting Collections.

What movement is Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten?

Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten is associated with Flemish Baroque painting.

Artwork

Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten

Philipp Peter Roos , 1691

Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Philipp Peter Roos. It dates from 1691 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.

About this work

Overview

Heimziehende Herde mit Hirten is a 1691 painting by Philipp Peter Roos, a German artist known as Rosa di Tivoli, who was active in Italy during the Flemish Baroque period.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a shepherd guiding a herd of sheep homeward, capturing a serene moment in rural life. The scene is characterized by a sense of tranquility, with the animals and shepherd rendered in a peaceful landscape.

Technique & Style

The work showcases Roos's skill in depicting textures and folds in the shepherd's clothing and the sheep's fur. The Baroque style is evident in the detailed rendering of the scene, with a focus on capturing the atmosphere of the rural setting.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection. Created in 1691, it reflects Roos's specialization in pastoral scenes featuring livestock and shepherds, a theme that was characteristic of his work.