Cow Lowing over a Fence c. 1845 - 1865

"Cow Lowing over a Fence" is a bronze relief by French sculptor Christophe Fratin, dating from around 1845–1865. The artwork depicts a cow in profile, standing near a fence, its head turned slightly towards the viewer. Fratin, known for his animal sculptures, captures the cow's muscular form and the textured surface of its hide with remarkable detail, showcasing the artist's mastery of the bronze medium. The relief's realistic depiction of the cow, likely an example of the animalistic genre, evokes a sense of peace and rural life.