Home > Animals > Birds > Chicken
Peacock and Poultry in a Park, Chased by a Dog, c.1775-c.1800. Creator: Arie Lamme
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
Peacock and Poultry in a Park, Chased by a Dog, c.1775-c.1800. Creator: Arie Lamme
Peacock and Poultry in a Park, Chased by a Dog, c.1775-c.1800. This watercolour demonstrates how a floral still life could be used as part of a larger representation. The scene may be a design for a painted wall hanging. At the end of the 17th century it became fashionable to decorate interiors with finely painted landscapes, sometimes enlivened with birds and other animals
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 36330623
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
Chicken Chickens Peacock Poultry Roses Watercolor Paint
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Insects
> Spiders
> European Garden
> Arts
> Art Movements
> Baroque
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Landscapes
> Still life
> Arts
> Landscape paintings
> Landscape art
> Watercolor landscapes
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Landscape paintings
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
> Landscape artwork
> Arts
> Still life artwork
> Still life art
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Peacock and Poultry in a Park, Chased by a Dog," is a captivating work of art created by the Dutch artist Arie Lamme around 1775-1800. The scene showcases the artist's mastery of the Baroque style, which was popular during the 18th and early 19th centuries in Europe. The painting depicts a tranquil park setting, adorned with an array of vibrant flowers, including roses, lilies, and tulips. The floral still life is not only a beautiful display of nature but also serves as a backdrop to the lively interaction between a proud peacock, a group of chickens, and a playful dog. The peacock, with its iridescent plumage, struts confidently, seemingly unaware of the dog's pursuit. The chickens scatter in all directions, their feathers ruffling in the gentle breeze. The painting's intricate details and rich colors bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer to a serene and idyllic setting. This work of art is believed to be a design for a painted wall hanging, reflecting the trend during the 18th and 19th centuries to adorn interiors with finely painted landscapes and natural scenes. The Low Countries, particularly the Netherlands, were renowned for their artistic heritage, and this painting is a testament to the region's rich artistic legacy. The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is the proud owner of this masterpiece, preserving it for future generations to appreciate and be inspired by the beauty and craftsmanship of Arie Lamme's work.
MADE IN THE UK
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Basket.
