Artwork

Landscape with a Cow

Landscape with a Cow, by Jan Hendrik Weissenbruch, watercolor, 1880
Landscape with a Cow, by Jan Hendrik Weissenbruch, watercolor, 1880

Landscape with a Cow is a watercolor drawing by the Impressionist artist Jan Hendrik Weissenbruch. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with a Cow is a watercolor drawing by Jan Hendrik Weissenbruch, created in 1880. It is a landscape scene held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape with a cow in the foreground, set against a backdrop of a field, trees, and a gray, cloudy sky. The composition is characterized by a sense of calmness and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Executed in watercolor on wove paper, the drawing exhibits a soft and delicate appearance. The color palette is subdued, featuring a predominance of greens and browns, which adds to the overall serene atmosphere.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.