Landschap met twee runderen en eenden 1829 - 1889

Ildephonse Stocquart created this landscape with two cows and ducks using etching techniques during the 19th century, a period marked by significant shifts in the representation of rural life. This artwork reflects the complex relationship between nature, identity, and society. During this period, there was a growing idealization of rural life, often contrasted with the realities of industrialization and urbanization. The positioning of the cows, one resting and the other reaching for foliage, perhaps reflects the traditional pastoral themes of tranquility and harmony with nature. Yet, there's also a sense of the everyday, capturing a moment of sustenance and survival. Stocquart's work invites us to consider how identity is shaped by our environment and how art can reflect both the romanticized and the practical aspects of life. It’s a subtle commentary on our place within the natural world.