Two Cows 1935

"Two Cows" is a 1935 work by the English artist Eric Ravilious (1903–1942). The painting depicts two cows, one brown and one black, resting in a barn, their bodies viewed from behind as they face each other. The composition focuses on the cows as they are seen through the doorway of the barn, creating a frame within a frame effect. Ravilious is known for his precise line work and use of color, creating a sense of quiet realism and a sense of calmness in this depiction of everyday life.