Who painted The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather?

The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather was painted by Claude Lorrain in 1651.

Where can I see The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather?

The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather?

The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather?

Museum-quality prints of The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather

Claude Lorrain , 1651

The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather is a print by the Baroque artist Claude Lorrain. It dates from 1651 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1949.99
Credit line: Bequest of Mrs. Madeleine Hamill in memory of Lawrence Hamill

About this work

Overview

The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather is a 1651 print by Claude Lorrain, a French artist known for his landscapes.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a serene landscape with a herd of cattle returning home as a storm approaches, set against rolling hills, trees, and distant buildings.

Technique & Style

Claude Lorrain used a range of colors and light effects to capture the mood of the scene, creating depth and atmosphere through contrasts of warm tones and cool blues and grays.

History & Provenance

Claude Lorrain was born around 1600 in the Duchy of Lorraine and spent most of his career in Italy, where he developed his landscape style; the print is now held in the Cleveland Museum of Art.