Bull

Paulus Potter

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a side view of a large cow standing close, taking up much of the scene. The horizon is low in the distance with a small structure and trees against the sky. A second cow is standing and a third lying on the ground further away. Detailed line work defines the texture of the cow's fur and the landscape. The color palette is monochromatic, in shades of brown and beige. Sparse branches and leaves hang from the top as subtle details against the sky.