Watering the Herd by Philipp Peter Roos. A group of cattle, goats, and sheep are led to a watering hole in a hilly landscape, accompanied by a woman on horseback and a dog.

Watering the Herd

Philipp Peter Roos

1680 · Oil Paint, Canvas

An evocative late 17th-century pastoral scene featuring a diverse herd of livestock in a warm, atmospheric landscape.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with steady character with softened warm notes — gives the room a clear visual center.

Often works in
Living Room · Dining Room · Study
Placement
Strongest on wider walls where it can anchor the room
Walls
Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Olive green

About the piece

This 1680 oil painting by Philipp Peter Roos (also known as Rosa da Tivoli) captures a classic pastoral moment as a herd of cattle, goats, and sheep are gathered for water. Characteristic of the artist's celebrated animal studies, the work blends Italianate light with a grounded, rustic charm, making it a sophisticated addition to traditional home libraries or living rooms.