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Landscape with Cattle, the Shepherdess Playing with a Dog, by Unknown, unspecified, 1750

Landscape with Cattle, the Shepherdess Playing with a Dog

Unknown

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape with Cattle, the Shepherdess Playing with a Dog is a 1750 unspecified by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1750
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This painting shows a woman sitting on the ground with a dog at her feet. Around her are cows, sheep, and chickens in what looks like a rustic barn or shed. The walls are rough, and the scene feels quiet and lived-in, with animals resting or grazing. The woman seems relaxed, leaning against the wall while petting the dog. The lighting is soft, with shadows that make the animals and her face stand out. If you like this kind of scene, look up chiaroscuro.

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