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Landscape with Grazing Farm Animals, by Christian Georg Schütz, oil, 1764

Landscape with Grazing Farm Animals

Christian Georg Schütz

1764

oil

copper

From the collection of Städel Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape with Grazing Farm Animals is a 1764 oil by Christian Georg Schütz, a Biedermeier work, held at Städel Museum.

Who painted this?
Christian Georg Schütz
When & what style?
1764 · Biedermeier
Where can I see it?
Städel Museum

About this work

The painting "Landscape with Grazing Farm Animals" by Christian Georg Schütz depicts a serene scene of a tree standing alone in a field. The tree's branches stretch out, and its leaves are a mix of green and brown. In the background, there are buildings and hills, and the sky is cloudy. In the foreground, farm animals graze peacefully, adding to the tranquil atmosphere. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of depth and perspective, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. This painting is a great example of the artist's skill in capturing the beauty of the natural world. For more information on the artist's techniques, you can learn about chiaroscuro.

About the artist

Portrait of Christian Georg Schütz
Artist

Christian Georg Schütz

Christian Georg Schütz (1718–1791) was an artist, born in Flörsheim am Main.

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