Study of a Cow
1890
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1890
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
Dominant colour
Study of a Cow is a 1890 oil by Emile van Marcke, a Impressionism work, held at Art Institute of Chicago.
This painting features a cow standing in a field, facing left. The cow has a dark brown coat with white markings on its face, legs, and belly. Its ears are perked up, and it appears to be looking at something in the distance. The cow is set against a backdrop of trees and bushes, which are depicted in shades of green and brown. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility, with the cow seeming to be at peace in its natural surroundings. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the cow and its surroundings. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you can explore it further by looking up chiaroscuro.
