Artwork

Landscape with cows

Landscape with cows, by Willem Maris, oil, 1887
Landscape with cows, by Willem Maris, oil, 1887

Landscape with cows is an oil painting by the Hague School artist Willem Maris. It dates from 1887 and is held in the collection of the Art Gallery of Ontario.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with cows is an oil painting by Willem Maris, created around 1887. It is part of the Art Gallery of Ontario's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene landscape featuring cows grazing in a lush field. The cows are the primary subjects, arranged to create a sense of depth and perspective.

Technique & Style

The artist employed oil paint to evoke a warm atmosphere, using soft brushstrokes and muted colors. Chiaroscuro, a technique utilizing strong light and dark contrasts, adds volume and texture to the scene.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Willem Maris

Artist

Willem Maris

Willem Maris was a Dutch landscape painter of the Hague School.

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