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Premium Framed Print : The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather, between c1650 and c1651. Creator: Claude Lorrain
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The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather, between c1650 and c1651. Creator: Claude Lorrain
The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather, between c1650 and c1651
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1650s Arcadian Cattle Claude Gellée Claude Lorrain Claude Lorraine Columns Farm Animal Farm Animals Gellee Claude Herd Herder Livestock Lorrain Claude Pastoral Shepherd Storm Stormy Fortifications
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Claude Lorrain's masterpiece, "The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather," dates back to the 1650s and is a testament to the Baroque era's pastoral ideals. The French artist, born as Claude Gellée, or Claude Lorrain, masterfully captured the serene scene of a herd of cattle and their shepherd making their way through a stormy landscape. The image, etched in black and white, transports us to an Arcadian world of simple pleasures and rural life. The scene is set in a picturesque countryside, with a castle and fortifications in the distance, suggesting the peaceful coexistence of agriculture and defense. The columns and pillars of the castle, standing tall against the storm, add an element of grandeur and stability to the scene. The herder, with his staff in hand, leads his livestock through the storm, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to his occupation. The stormy weather adds a sense of drama and urgency to the scene, yet the herd moves forward, undeterred. The cattle, with their heads down, plod on, following the lead of their shepherd. The dark clouds and the ominous sky contrast sharply with the green pastures and the white pillars, creating a visually striking image. This etching, now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection, is a reminder of the rich artistic heritage of the 17th century. It invites us to reflect on the simple joys of rural life and the enduring bond between man and nature. The Herd Returning in Stormy Weather is a timeless work of art that continues to inspire and captivate audiences, transcending the boundaries of time and place.
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