Artwork
Shepherd and animals in a landscape
Shepherd and animals in a landscape is an unspecified painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Philipp Peter Roos. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
About this work
Overview
Shepherd and animals in a landscape is a painting created by Philipp Peter Roos, also known as Rosa di Tivoli, around 1650. It is a representative work of the Flemish Baroque style in landscape painting.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene pastoral scene, with a shepherd seated on a rock surrounded by goats, sheep, and a cow, set against a backdrop of mountains and a cloudy sky. The animals appear attentive to the shepherd, suggesting a moment of quiet interaction.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a detailed natural landscape and a muted color palette dominated by browns and grays, contributing to its peaceful atmosphere. The style reflects the influence of Flemish Baroque on Roos's early work.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the collection at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires. Roos, a German painter, was active later in Rome from 1677, but this work predates that period.
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.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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