Artwork

Landscape with cattle drinking at a pool

Landscape with cattle drinking at a pool, by George Robertson, watercolor, 1760
Landscape with cattle drinking at a pool, by George Robertson, watercolor, 1760

Landscape with cattle drinking at a pool is a watercolor work on paper by the Rococo painting artist George Robertson. It dates from 1760 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

A watercolour painting titled 'Landscape with cattle drinking at a pool' presents a serene landscape scene.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts cattle gathered around a pool, with trees and foliage in various shades of green, and cows grazing or resting in the background, evoking a sense of tranquility and peacefulness.

Technique & Style

The artist employed a range of colours to create depth and atmosphere, using watercolour to capture the idyllic scene.

Context

This painting is associated with the Romanticism movement, a period characterized by a focus on natural landscapes and emotional responses to the environment.

Artist & collection

Portrait of George Robertson

Artist

George Robertson

George Robertson (1748–1788) was an artist, born in London.