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Ophavsret Dette værk er i det offentlige domæne. John Vine døde i 1867; ophavsretten varer 70 år efter kunstnerens død, så den udløb i 1937.
I kontekst
Cockerel — John Vine
Originalen måler 43 × 31 cm (højde × bredde), vist her ved siden af en voksen person af gennemsnitlig højde.
Øverste række: årene. Nederste række: kunstnerens alder ved begyndelsen og slutningen af hver periode — 0 ved fødsel, 59 ved død.
Malet da kunstneren var 57 år gammel. Kunstneren blev 59 år gammel. 5 af de 6 daterede værker af denne kunstner i vores katalog er skabt tidligere.
Skyggelagt: John Vine' livstid (1808–1867) ▲ dette værk, 1865 hvert dateret maleri, årti for årti
Vælg et af de ovenstående værker: nævn to ting, det har til fælles med dette, og én ting, der er forskellig.
Flere værker, der kan placeres ved siden af dette: wikioo.org/da/art/similar/john-vine-cockerel-AS7W2F-en/
Målt ud fra billedet
Hovedfarve
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Gemt palet
Disse farver i kunstnerens samlede palet Find andre malerier efter farve
De ti førende lande
Find de tre mørkeste lande på kortet. Findes det museum, der opbevarer dette maleri, i et af dem? Skriv én grund på, hvorfor folk langt væk måske ville se på det.
Sammen udgør disse værker 100,0% af den samlede opmærksomhed, som denne kunstners malerier har modtaget i løbet af de sidste tolv måneder. Kataloget indeholder 9 værker af denne kunstner, hvoraf 2 er blevet set mindst én gang. Dette maleri er endnu ikke blevet vist i denne periode — det afslutter listen uden en rangering. Det samme gælder måned for måned
Søjlerne måler opmærksomhed, ikke kvalitet. Vælg værket øverst og dette her: nævn én ting, der kan gøre et maleri berømt udover selve det tekniske håndværk.
Kunstner og museum
The story of John Vine is one of extraordinary resilience and an unwavering devotion to the beauty of the natural world. Born in 1808, his early life was marked by profound physical challenges; born with malformed arms due to a rare genetic disorder, Vine’s very existence was often viewed through the lens of a curiosity. Yet, where others saw limitation, Vine found a unique way to translate the textures of the English countryside onto canvas. Moving to Colchester in 1828, he transformed from a child performer in fairs and shows into an established professional painter whose work captured the heart of the nineteenth-century agricultural boom.
His artistic journey was deeply intertwined with the pulse of Victorian England—a period defined by both rapid industrial progress and a romanticized reverence for rural traditions. While many of his contemporaries sought prestige through grand historical or mythological narratives, Vine turned his gaze toward the humble and the magnificent in equal measure. He became a specialist in domestic and livestock portraits, traveling the Royal agricultural shows to capture the essence of prize-winning specimens. His ability to accentuate the specific qualities that farmers prized in their stock allowed him to secure a loyal patronage that often surpassed the reach of more formally trained, polished artists.
Vine’s style is often described as having a charming, almost naive quality, yet there is a profound technical mastery in how he renders the physical presence of his subjects. He possessed an uncanny ability to capture the weight of a Devon ox or the soft, intricate texture of a shorthorn cow’s coat. His work frequently features a meticulous attention to detail that borders on the tactile, where every muscle ripple and strand of hair feels palpably real. This dedication to accuracy was not merely about documentation; it was an act of elevation.
In his paintings, one can observe a fascinating tension between realism and characterization. Because he understood the competitive nature of livestock breeding, Vine often utilized subtle, sometimes even comic, distortions of proportion to highlight the most impressive features of an animal. This approach created works that were both scientifically observant and emotionally resonant. Whether working in oil on canvas or board, his palette often leaned toward earthy, warm tones that evoked the golden light of a late afternoon in the English meadows, imbuing even the simplest genre scenes with a sense of spiritual permanence.
Though the decades following his death in 1867 saw his name fade into relative obscurity, the enduring power of his imagery eventually sparked a revival. A retrospective exhibition in Colchester in 1922 served as a pivotal moment, reintroducing his unique perspective to a new generation of art lovers. Today, Vine is celebrated not just as a chronicler of agricultural life, but as an artist who found profound dignity in the commonplace.
The historical significance of John Vine lies in his role as a bridge between the commercial needs of the Victorian era and the expressive potential of animal portraiture. His work remains a poignant window into a lost way of life, preserving the spirit of the British pastoral landscape. Collectors are drawn to his ability to evoke nostalgia and warmth, finding in his canvases a sense of connection to a simpler, more grounded era. His legacy is defined by several key elements:
The Elevation of the Ordinary: Transforming livestock and rural laborers into subjects of high artistic merit.
Resilience of Spirit: Overcoming significant physical adversity to achieve professional mastery and recognition.
Cultural Documentation: Providing a vital visual record of the nineteenth-century agricultural revolution and breeding competitions.
Unique Aesthetic: A distinctive, expressive style that prioritates character and texture over rigid academic perfection.
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Cockerel — John Vine
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"Cockerel" tilhører John Vines Other-periode, hvis dokumenterede temaer inkluderer vine's signature animal works, focus on british countryside, detailed observation of nature, 19th century animal studies, realist painting traditions, illustrative art style, rural life depiction, agricultural symbolism.
"Cockerel" kan undersøges lag for lag på værkets Røntgenundersøgelse-side, en viewer inspireret af en konservators lysbænk med elleve optiske gennemlæsninger af billedet.