Artwork
Cattle and figures
Cattle and figures is a watercolor work on paper by Michael Angelo Wageman. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
Cattle and figures is a watercolour painting depicting a serene rural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The scene features two people on a dirt path, one on horseback and the other walking, accompanied by cattle and sheep in the background. The work captures a tranquil moment in everyday country life.
Technique & Style
Executed in loose, light brushstrokes, the painting employs muted earth tones, including browns, greens, and pale blues, to convey a sense of simplicity and airiness.
Artist & collection
Artist
Michael Angelo Wageman put brush to paper in the 1800s, painting scenes of rural life in watercolour.
