Artwork
Wooded landscape with a river and cows on a bridge
Wooded landscape with a river and cows on a bridge is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Gillis van Coninxloo. It dates from 1592 and is held in the collection of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
About this work
Overview
Wooded landscape with a river and cows on a bridge is a 1592 oil painting by Gillis van Coninxloo, a Flemish artist known for his landscapes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene forest scene with a river, bridge, and grazing cattle, showcasing the artist's naturalistic approach to woodland scenery.
Technique & Style
The work exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style, characterized by detailed and realistic representation, with the artist's use of color and light creating a tranquil atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Created in 1592, the painting is now held in the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, reflecting the artist's influence on forest landscape painting during his career in Antwerp, Germany, and the Dutch Republic.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Gillis van Coninxloo (now also referred to as Gillis van Coninxloo II and previously referred to as Gillis van Coninxloo III) (24 January 1544 – January 1607) was a Flemish painter of landscapes.
Museum
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
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