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Herd of Cows on Bluff to Left of Water

Herman van Swanevelt

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular landscape viewed from above. In the scene are distant mountains on the horizon, land with cattle, and a figure, potentially a herder, leaning on a staff. The brushstrokes are detailed, especially in the foliage and landscape textures. The color scheme is monochromatic in sepia tones. Water in the lower part of the scene reflects the surrounding plants and slope. The trees are depicted with dense strokes.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3481 × 2303 px
Public Domain
Yes
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