Artwork
A Small River in the Foreground with a Cow and Goat
A Small River in the Foreground with a Cow and Goat is a print by the Baroque artist Christian Ludwig von Hagedorn. It dates from 1744 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1995.57
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
A Small River in the Foreground with a Cow and Goat, created by Christian Ludwig von Hagedorn in 1744, is a print housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, depicting a serene forest landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The print portrays a tranquil forest scene with a small river, trees with intertwined branches, and two animals, a cow and a goat, near the water, set against an uneven, rocky terrain with a subtle path.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the work leverages strong contrasts to achieve deep shadows and luminous highlights, generating a profound sense of depth and inviting spatial immersion.
History & Provenance
Created in 1744 by Christian Ludwig von Hagedorn, the print is currently part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Christian Ludwig von Hagedorn was a German art historian and collector, as well as an amateur engraver. He also served as a diplomat. His elder brother, Friedrich, was a well known poet.
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