Who painted Two Cows near the River at Tivoli?

Two Cows near the River at Tivoli was painted by Jan Both.

Where can I see Two Cows near the River at Tivoli?

Two Cows near the River at Tivoli is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Two Cows near the River at Tivoli?

Two Cows near the River at Tivoli is associated with Baroque.

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Museum-quality prints of Two Cows near the River at Tivoli are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Two Cows near the River at Tivoli

Jan Both

Two Cows near the River at Tivoli is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jan Both. It is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Two Cows near the River at Tivoli is an etching by Jan Dirksz Both, created around 1700, exemplifying the Dutch Italianate landscape style. This print captures a serene riverside moment, characteristic of Both's work.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts two cows grazing by a riverbank near Tivoli, with a backdrop of a crumbling stone wall, ancient ruins, and a church tower visible through the trees. The scene conveys a sense of quiet solitude.

Technique & Style

Both employed fine, intricate lines to achieve textured effects, notably in the cows' fur and the river's water, which appear woven from tiny strokes. This meticulous technique added depth to the simple, pastoral composition.

History & Provenance

Created during Both's primary period of activity in Rome (1630s-1640s), this etching is part of his specialized output of Italianate landscapes featuring figures and animals. The exact provenance is not detailed here.

Context

As a Dutch artist working in Rome, Both blended Northern European artistic traditions with the scenic beauty of Italy, contributing to the Dutch Italianate landscape genre.

Legacy

While specific legacy details of Two Cows near the River at Tivoli are not provided, the work represents Both's contribution to the enduring appeal of Dutch Italianate landscapes in early modern European art.

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Artist

Jan Both

Jan Dirksz Both was a Dutch painter, draughtsman, and etcher, who made an important contribution to the development of Dutch Italianate landscape painting.