Hollandse School (XIX-XX) - Landschap met runderen aan de waterkant

Landscape with Cattle by the Water Artist: unknown. Title not known Descriptive designation: Landscape with cattle by the water at evening light. Materials and technique: Oil on wooden panel. Dating: 'probably 19th century' The animals, trees and vegetation are worked out with fine brushstrokes, in contrast to the softer color transitions in the sky and the water. The label on the reverse mentions a probable dating in the 19th century; this dating has not been independently confirmed. Framing: With frame. The painting is enclosed in a wide, gold-colored decorative frame with pronounced leaf-and-scroll ornaments. The warm finish nicely complements the colors of the landscape. Discussion and analysis of the work: A atmospheric rural scene with three cattle at a quiet riverside. On the left, dark tree trunks and broadly spreading branches form a natural boundary. On the right, the landscape opens toward the water and a distant village silhouette with a church tower. The composition derives its appeal from the contrast between the shaded foreground and the bright sky. Soft pink, peach and gold tones suggest evening light and recur in the water. The reddish-brown and dark coats of the animals harmonize with the earth tones and the green of the bank. Flowers, low vegetation, and a fallen tree trunk give the foreground a refined detailing. The whole project has a rustic, idyllic character and stylistically aligns with the Romantic landscape tradition. The richly decorated frame enhances the classical, decorative appearance. Dimensions and weight: Without frame: height 34 cm and width 44 cm. With frame: height 48 cm, width 57 cm, depth 6.5 cm. Weight with frame: 4.370 kg Packaging, shipping and pickup: Packaging costs are included in the shipping costs. The winning lot will be carefully packed and shipped. Pickup is also possible, by appointment. Indicate your preference via Catawiki or the respective auction platform. Shipping is only possible to destinations on the continental European mainland where the euro is the official currency and for which no additional import duties or special customs formalities apply. Shipping to islands and overseas territories is excluded. Condition: Works over 50 years old may show age-related and usage marks. Little to no signs of use. In good condition.

Estimation:€4

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