Cows Reflected in the Water by Paulus Potter. A peaceful Dutch landscape featuring cattle, goats, and sheep resting and drinking by a reflective body of water near a thatched cottage.

Cows Reflected in the Water

Paulus Potter

1648 · Oil Paint, Panel

A serene Dutch Golden Age landscape capturing a quiet moment of livestock by a reflective pool.

$243

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Where it works

A calm artwork with moderate presence with softened warm notes — holds a wall without competing for attention.

Often works in
Living Room · Dining Room · Kitchen
Placement
Reads naturally above long furniture lines
Walls
Benefits from a distinct wall tone
Color notes
Soft gray, Deep burgundy, Olive green

About the piece

Dating to 1648, Paulus Potter’s 'Cows Reflected in the Water' is a masterful example of Dutch pastoral painting. The work showcases Potter's renowned ability to render animals with scientific precision while maintaining a lyrical, atmospheric quality in the surrounding landscape and light.