Standing Cow (Cow with a Crumpled Horn)

1650

Paulus Potter

Associated Names
Paulus Potter

Artist, Dutch, 1625 - 1654

This is a drawing of a cow in a pastoral landscape. The cow is shown with crosshatching for texture and musculature details on its flank and neck. Its head is slightly lowered, with shadow details rendered intricately. Beside the cow are vegetation and a fallen tree log. The background includes open fields with a small structure in the distance. The line work is precise and detailed, adding to the rustic and serene atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Accession Number

    1982.15.5

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 5, State ii/iii

Artwork history & notes

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

Q74038400

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