1850
oil
canvas
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Dominant colour
Deer at Dawn, near Munich is a 1850 oil by Eduard Schleich the Elder, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting shows a serene landscape with deer grazing in a field near a body of water. The scene is set at dawn, with the sky transitioning from dark to light hues. In the foreground, the deer are the main focus, with some standing and others lying down. The surrounding environment is lush, with trees and bushes scattered throughout the field. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality in the scene. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and peacefulness, inviting the viewer to step into the serene world depicted. To learn more about the artist's techniques and style, explore the works of Eduard Schleich the Elder.
Eduard Schleich (14 October 1812 in Vilsbiburg – 8 January 1874 in Munich) was a German painter. He is generally referred to as The Elder to distinguish him from his son Eduard, who was also a painter.
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