ANTHONIE JACOBUS VAN WYNGAERDE (DUTCH, 1808-1887) OIL ON PANEL, Cows at Pasture, signed lower right "A J Wyngaerde f."
An exceedingly fine work of crisp realism with touches of impressionism, this vibrant and striking scene captures a lush pasture against a forested backdrop with a small brook under the wispy clouds of summer as cattle rest and relax in the cool afternoon. Typical of Wyngaerde's scenes, the painting compresses a large moment with an extensive collection of animals and vivid foliage into a small mahogany panel. His works only rarely come on the market and are always quite exceptional. The present example was recently conserved and is in flawless condition other than the frame, which is naturally a replacement. It is a magnificent selection for the serious collector of Dutch School works from the 19th Century.
Literature: E. Benezit Dictionary of Artists, Gründ, vol. XIV p. 1150-51
Measurements: [panel] 17 1/4" W x 10 3/4" H; [frame] 22 3/4" W x 16 3/8" H
Condition Report: Recently cleaned, surface full and vibrant. Very light typical wear along edges of panel where frame rubs. Under UV with typical touch ups around edges and in edges of the sky, appearing to be otherwise without any restorations: however, it is a bit difficult to read the lower landscape with certainty and there may be a few indiscernible touch ups. Frame with gilt loss and wear, some flaking and gilt discoloration throughout. Overall an exceptional painting in ready-to-hang condition.
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