Resting Cows

Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem

Associated Names
Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem

Artist, Dutch, 1620 - 1683

The image shows a group of cattle resting and standing in a grassy area. In the background, a rolling landscape with trees and a structure can be seen. The sky above has intricate line work forming cloud patterns. Two figures are seated under a tree to the right. The color palette is monochromatic, with shades of black and white emphasizing texture.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1974.119.2

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 3, State iv/viii

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1986

  • Graphic Survey Show, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., February 1986.

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65575828

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