Standing Bull (1817)
Technique: Giclée quality print
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A bull stands prominently in a pastoral landscape, its body facing slightly to the left as it looks directly out of the frame with a calm and composed demeanour. The bull's large physique is marked by a strong build and visible muscles beneath its smooth coat, showcasing shades from light to darker tones. Its horns curve gracefully upward and outward, adding to its dignified presence.The background features a tranquil rural scene with soft, detailed clouds filling the sky above. To the left, a distant church spire rises subtly, blending into the countryside, hinting at human habitation without overpowering the natural setting. Nearby, a wooden fence partially frames the bull, suggesting a delineated pasture. In the foreground, gentle tufts of grass and small wildflowers dot the edge of a well-trodden dirt path, enhancing the serene and timeless quality of this rural depiction.
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Jean Bernard (1775–1833) was an avid Dutch art collector and a painter. His portraits of people, nature, and animals were drawn mostly with charcoal and colored crayons which beautifully captured the intricate details of his varied subjects.
He was a successful artist during his lifetime with many of his works decorating ministries and famous people's homes.