Long Shadows. Cattle on the Island of Saltholm
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1850
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Long Shadows. Cattle on the Island of Saltholm is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This painting shows cows walking across a grassy field with a wide, flat horizon. The sky is pale and soft, with a few light clouds. The cows are painted in simple shapes—some brown, some white—with quick brushstrokes that make them look alive but not detailed. The artist focused on the light hitting the cows’ backs, making the shadows long and dark. The grassy field blends into the distance, giving it a dreamy, open feel. If you like this style, check out impasto for more about thick paint techniques.
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