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Jan van Ravenswaay
19th century dutch romantic painting - Cows, sheep and goats in their field

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19th century Dutch romantic painting of animals resting in their pasture by Jan Van Ravenswaay Jan van Ravenswaay was a prominent Dutch painter of the 19th century, recognized for his contributions to landscape and animal painting. Born in 1789 in Nijkerk, Netherlands, he demonstrated an early talent for art and received formal training at the Amsterdam Academy under the tutelage of landscape painter Pieter Gerardus van Os. Van Ravenswaay's work was deeply influenced by the Dutch Romantic movement, which sought to capture the beauty and serenity of nature.Throughout his career, Van Ravenswaay became renowned for his ability to depict pastoral scenes with remarkable detail and realism. His paintings often featured idyllic countryside landscapes, populated by grazing livestock, tranquil streams, and lush vegetation. He had a particular affinity for capturing the interplay of light and shadow, infusing his compositions with a sense of depth and atmosphere.Van Ravenswaay's dedication to his craft earned him widespread acclaim, and he exhibited his work extensively throughout the Netherlands. He became a member of several prestigious artistic societies, including the Royal Academy of Amsterdam and the Society Arti et Amicitiae. His paintings were highly sought after by collectors, both domestically and internationally, and today, his works can be found in museums and private collections around the world. Signed lower right Measurements: Without frame: ca. 35.5*46.5 cm, with frame ca. 56*67 cm
  • Creator:
    Jan van Ravenswaay (1789 - 1869, Dutch)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)Width: 18.31 in (46.5 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
  • Medium:
    Oil,Panel
  • Movement & Style:
    Old Masters
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Lovely and ready to hang.
  • Gallery Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1423214225442
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