Haggling over a Calf
1870
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
1870
oil
From the collection of National Museum in Kraków
Haggling over a Calf is a 1870 oil by Aleksander Kotsis, a Realism work, held at National Museum in Kraków.
This painting depicts a scene of three men and a calf in a rural setting. The men are dressed in traditional clothing, with one of them holding the calf by its ears. The background is a landscape with trees and a cloudy sky. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the clothing and facial expressions of the men. The use of color is muted, with earth tones dominating the palette. The overall mood of the painting is one of everyday life, with the men engaged in a common activity. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Aleksander Kotsis.