Water Buffalo by Unknown Artist. A figure sits atop a water buffalo wading through a river, accompanied by another buffalo on the shore beneath a large willow tree and distant hills.

Water Buffalo

Unknown Artist

1777 · Medium Not Listed

A tranquil 18th-century scene depicting a rider on a water buffalo crossing a gentle river by a willow-shaded bank.

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Where it works

A measured, restful work in clay and warm mineral tones — holds a wall without competing for attention.

Often works in
Bedroom · Living Room · Office
Placement
Works well as a measured horizontal anchor
Walls
Best with clear wall contrast
Color notes
Terracotta clay, Olive green, Rich brown

About the piece

Dating from the late 18th century, this evocative painting captures a peaceful moment of rural life. A figure guides a water buffalo through a rippling stream, while another animal stands on the shore under the graceful, sweeping branches of a willow tree. The soft earth tones and delicate linework reflect a classic East Asian aesthetic, perfect for creating a grounding atmosphere in a study or living area.