Four Young Bulls in a Meadow

Paulus Potter, 1651

Paulus Potter was the first painter to give Dutch cattle a leading role in his work. In this painting, four young bulls stand out sharply against a cloudy grey sky. Their heavy bodies cast dark shadows. The sinewy animals appear even more impressive because of Potter’s low vantage point.

  • Artwork typepainting
  • Object numberSK-C-206
  • Dimensionsheight 25 cm x width 30.1 cm x depth 1.1 cm
  • Physical characteristicsoil on panel

Identification

  • Title(s)

    • Four Young Bulls in a Meadow
    • Four cows in a meadow (former title)
    • Four young bulls in a meadow
  • Object type

  • Object number

    SK-C-206

  • Inscriptions / marks

    signature and date: ‘Paulus Potter f 1651’


Creation

  • Creation

    painter: Paulus Potter

  • Dating

    1651

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    oil on panel

  • Dimensions

    height 25 cm x width 30.1 cm x depth 1.1 cm


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Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    On loan from the City of Amsterdam (A. van der Hoop Bequest)

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