Artwork
Grazing Cow
Grazing Cow is an ink print by the Baroque artist Paulus Potter. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Grazing Cow is a small etching created by Paulus Potter in 1650. It is one of around 100 works produced by the artist before his death at age 28.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a single brown cow grazing in a field, exemplifying Potter's focus on animal subjects within natural environments. The pastoral setting is characteristic of his work, which often featured landscapes viewed from a low perspective.
Technique & Style
The image was created by carving lines into a metal plate, inking it, and printing a single image. The dry lines catch the light on the cow's hide and the grass, showcasing the crisp and thin lines typical of etching.
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Artist
Paulus Potter (Dutch pronunciation: ; 20 November 1625 (baptised) – 17 January 1654 (buried)) was a Dutch painter who specialized in landscapes featuring animals, often from a low vantage point.
