19th Century Belgian School Pastoral Painting. Pair of Cows. Large Oil on Canvas
A powerful and atmospheric 19th-century pastoral painting from the Belgian School, depicting a pair of cows in a rural setting. Painted at a generous scale and recently professionally cleaned and varnished, this oil on canvas retains visible age and character, including authentic wear in the lower right corner that enhances its artistic presence.
This substantial rural painting presents two cows standing quietly in a pastoral landscape, rendered with strong observation and naturalistic detail. The artist has paid close attention to anatomy, weight, and texture, from the tension in the legs to the soft modulation of light across hide and ground. The restrained palette of warm browns, creams, and muted greens is characteristic of 19th-century animal painting from Belgium and northern France, where pastoral subjects were treated with realism and dignity rather than sentimentality.
The painting has recently been to a professional restorer for careful cleaning, consolidation, and the application of a new varnish, which has brought clarity and depth back to the surface. There is, however, visible wear and loss in the lower right corner. This area has been stabilised but intentionally not fully reconstructed.
The work is presented in its original rustic carved frame, whose aged surface and patina complement the painting’s pastoral character and reinforce its 19th-century origin.
Good antique condition overall.
Belgian School
Oil on canvas
Late 19th century
Large format pastoral scene
Original carved frame
Sizing incl Frame:
Height: 25.59 inch (65cm)
Width: 29.92 inch (76cm)
Depth: 2.36 inch (6cm)
Sizing Painting:
Height: 19.69 inch (50cm)
Width: 24.02 inch (61cm)
FREE International Shipping
Insurance:
All products are shipped in good boxes and very well packaged.
All products are shipped fully insured for international shipping. In the very rare event that a product does not arrive or arrives damaged, you will receive a full refund for the product.
F.A.Q.
A little info for your key questions
How are the items packaged?
We've been running an online antiques and art business for many years now and have become specialists at packaging. All items will be packaged very carefully with the materials that are most suitable for the item.
Do you offer free international shipping?
A: Yes, we offer free international shipping on all orders. Please refer to our shipping policy for more details.
How long will it take to receive my order?
A: Delivery times vary by destination. In general, 5-10 business days within Europe and 10-20 business days elsewhere.
Can I track my order?
Yes, once your order is shipped, you will receive a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number. It is your responsibility to monitor the arrival times with the courier.
What is your return policy?
A: We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Items must be unused, in their original condition, and in the original packaging with all tags and labels attached. Please refer to our return policy for more details.
What should I do if I receive a damaged or defective item?
A: As we do package all items very carefully with large amounts of quality packing materials, in the odd situation you receive a damaged or defective item, please contact our customer service team within 3 days of delivery with your order number and a description of the issue. We will provide instructions for returning the item at our expense and arrange for a replacement or refund.