The watering place 1660

"The Watering Place" is a 1660 oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age painter Salomon van Ruysdael. The painting depicts a rural scene with a group of cattle drinking from a shallow stream. In the background, a village and several figures are visible, adding a sense of human activity to the landscape. The painting is typical of Ruysdael's style, which is characterized by its detailed depiction of nature, atmospheric effects, and a sense of tranquility. The work is notable for its realistic portrayal of light and shadow, as well as the artist's skill in rendering the textures of the water, trees, and the surrounding vegetation.