Artwork

Cattle

Cattle, by Thomas Sidney Cooper, 1840
Cattle, by Thomas Sidney Cooper, 1840

Cattle is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Thomas Sidney Cooper. It dates from 1840 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

Cattle is a drawing by Thomas Sidney Cooper, created in 1840, and is part of the Victoria and Albert Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts three cows in a serene landscape, arranged in a triangular formation, conveying a sense of harmony and balance. The natural setting and peaceful atmosphere evoke a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of harmony, characteristic of the Romanticism movement, which emphasizes the beauty of the natural world and everyday life.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Thomas Sidney Cooper

Artist

Thomas Sidney Cooper

Thomas Sidney Cooper was an English landscape painter from Canterbury, noted for his images of cattle and farm animals.