A Cow
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1650
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This image shows a single cow standing in a field. The cow is facing sideways, with its head turned slightly toward us. The background is a flat, muted green-yellow, and the cow’s fur is a mix of browns and blacks. The painting looks like a photo rather than a traditional artwork. The lighting is even, with no strong shadows or highlights. Check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create depth in art.
