Deer under Beech Trees in Winter 1853

"Deer under Beech Trees in Winter," created in 1853 by Dutch artist Hendrik Gerrit ten Cate, depicts a serene woodland scene. The watercolor painting, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, showcases ten Cate's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in his rendering of the majestic beech trees and the delicate deer. The soft light filtering through the branches evokes a sense of tranquility, highlighting the natural beauty of the winter landscape. Ten Cate's work is known for its romanticism and appreciation of nature, which is evident in this captivating depiction of a winter forest.