Anton Mauve (1838–1888) - De vrienden

Anton Mauve (1838–1888) – The Friends – Oil on Canvas

A distinctive and characterful painting by Anton Mauve (1838–1888), one of the leading representatives of the Hague School.

The work, titled The Friends, shows a black-and-white spotted cow and a rooster in a rustic stable setting. With his characteristic loose brushwork, subtle light effects, and warm earth tones, Mauve gives an ordinary rural scene a remarkable atmosphere. The fine composition and the contrast between the animals make this an engaging example of Dutch nineteenth-century animal painting.

Specifications

* Artist: Anton Mauve (1838–1888)
* Title: The Friends
* Medium: Oil on canvas
* Dimensions without frame: 53 × 39 cm
* Dimensions with frame: 64 × 50 cm
* Signature: Bottom right
* Condition: Good condition
* Frame: Beautiful, richly ornamented gold frame

About the artist

Anton Mauve (1838–1888) ranks among the most esteemed Dutch painters of the nineteenth century. As a leading representative of the Hague School, he gained international recognition for his atmospheric landscapes and depictions of rural life. He was also an important artistic mentor to Vincent van Gogh.

His work is held in prestigious museum collections, including the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and the Kunstmuseum The Hague. Mauve’s paintings are internationally loved by collectors and are regularly offered by renowned auction houses.

The painting is carefully packed and shipped with tracking.