Pastoral Scenes
The Heather Gatherers
David Cox
A beautiful mid-19th-century pastoral scene depicting the harvest of heather beneath an expansive, airy sky.
Mid 19th Century
Realist observation, academic portraiture, and luminous landscapes rooted in everyday life.
This period brings together quieter landscapes, portraiture, and richly observed scenes with a more intimate mood.
Pastoral Scenes
Berry Pickers
Winslow Homer
A nostalgic and sun-filled watercolor by Winslow Homer capturing a tranquil afternoon of berry picking by the sea.
Pastoral Scenes
Cows by a Pool
Willem Maris
An airy watercolor study of cattle by a pond, captured with the soft light and painterly touch characteristic of the Hague School.