Two Cows beside a Stream by Paulus Potter. A large black and white cow stands in profile while a second, brown cow drinks from a stream under a cloudy sky.

Two Cows beside a Stream

Paulus Potter

1645 · Oil Paint, Panel

A masterfully rendered 17th-century pastoral scene featuring cattle by a quiet riverbank.

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Where it works

A measured, grounding piece with softened warm notes — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Dining Room · Living Room · Library
Placement
Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Soft gray, Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted in 1645 by the renowned Dutch Golden Age artist Paulus Potter, this work showcases his signature skill in animal portraiture. The scene captures two cows on a riverbank with remarkable anatomical detail, set against a soft, atmospheric landscape that invites a sense of rural peace and grounding stability.