Highland Cattle 1876

rosabonheur

mother nature

animal

impressionist landscape

possibly oil pastel

nature

fluid art

animal portrait

surrealism

animal drawing portrait

wildlife drawing

surrealist

"Highland Cattle" is an oil painting created by Rosa Bonheur in 1876. The painting depicts a Highland cow and calf in a mountainous landscape, with a background of snow-capped peaks and wispy clouds. Bonheur was known for her detailed depictions of animals and her realistic approach to painting. This painting showcases her talent for capturing the beauty and dignity of these iconic animals. The painting exemplifies the Romantic era's emphasis on the grandeur of nature and the connection between humans and the natural world.