Cattle Resting
1807
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1807
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Cattle Resting is a 1807 ink by Robert Hills, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows a peaceful scene of cattle resting in a field. The cattle are lying down, surrounded by trees and bushes. In the background, there are more trees and a fence made of logs. The painting is done in a style that emphasizes the beauty of nature. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere. The overall effect is one of calmness and serenity. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to explore the Romanticism movement.
Robert Hills (26 June 1769 – 14 May 1844) was an English painter and etcher. Hills was born in Islington. He initially studied under John Alexander Gresse, then enrolled at the Royal Academy of Arts in 1788. He…
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