Artwork Description

Artist: Henry Schouten (1864-1927)
Title: 'Le repos du berger et de son troupeau au coucher de soleil'
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 81 x 121 cm
Condition Report: Overall good condition with minor signs of wear.
Signature: Signed

Description:
A tranquil pastoral scene capturing a shepherd and his flock in quiet repose, bathed in the warm hues of the setting sun. The lush green grass provides a serene resting place, while a distant body of water reflects the fading daylight. Above, the sky is adorned with soft pink clouds, casting a gentle glow over the peaceful countryside. Schouten’s masterful brushwork and keen attention to atmospheric light imbue the composition with warmth and harmony, evoking the timeless beauty of rural life.

About the Artist:
Henry Schouten was a Belgian painter renowned for his depictions of farm animals and pastoral landscapes. Born in 1864 in Indonesia, he later studied at the Academy of Brussels from 1876 to 1881. Strongly influenced by fellow animal painter Alfred Jacques Verwee, Schouten developed a distinctive style that combined realism with an expressive, light-filled palette. His works often featured livestock, herdsmen, hunters, and peasants, capturing the essence of rural life with remarkable detail and sensitivity. Throughout his career, Schouten used various pseudonyms, including Jos Klaus, Joseph Klass, Meulat, V. Marinus, and J. Remis. His paintings remain highly regarded for their atmospheric quality and lifelike portrayal of animals in their natural settings.