Artwork
Herdestück
Herdestück 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
Herdestück is a 1691 painting by Philipp Peter Roos, a German artist known as Rosa di Tivoli, who was active in Rome during the Flemish Baroque period.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene rural scene featuring a flock of goats in a rocky landscape, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background, evoking a peaceful and natural atmosphere.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with intricate detail in the goats' fur and rocky terrain, contributing to a realistic representation.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
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.
