Description
Decorate a den, study or office with this large antique cow painting. Hand painted in France circa 1860 and set in the original carved blackened and gilt wood frame, the painting on canvas depicts a serene pastoral scene, emblematic of 19th-century European art. The composition centers around a solitary cow standing by a gently flowing stream, set against the backdrop of a dense, autumnal forest. A young boy, dressed in traditional rural attire, sits pensively by the water's edge, adding a quiet human presence to the landscape. The painting's rich color palette, with warm earth tones and subtle contrasts of light, captures the tranquility and simplicity of rural life, a common theme in French Romantic and Realist art. The artist's detailed brushwork highlights the textures of the cow's fur, the foliage, and the reflections in the water, creating a lifelike portrayal that invites the viewer into the peaceful countryside. Framed in an ornate black and gold frame, the painting not only serves as a beautiful decorative piece but also as a nostalgic homage to a bygone era of pastoral beauty and simplicity. The painting in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns rich colors and exquisite details; a wonderful addition for a ranch or a hunting lodge! New wire in the back for easy installation.
42"W x 50"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Wear consistent with age and use
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France
Art Subjects: Animals, Landscape
Frame Type: Framed
42"W x 50"H
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Wear consistent with age and use
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Canvas
Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: France
Art Subjects: Animals, Landscape
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent - Wear consistent with age and use
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
50 x 42 x 2 in
19th Century French Oil on Canvas Pastoral Cow Painting in Black and Gilt Frame
Estimate $4,800-$7,200
Starting Bid
$2,400
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October Abstract & Modern Art Collection
Oct 7, 2026, 1:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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