Ducks in water

The painting depicts an idyllic scene in nature, where a group of ducks and ducklings are resting in the shade of trees by a water source. Details such as green leaves, reflections on the water and the play of light and shadow on the grass are shown. The style of the painting is impressionistic with loose brush strokes and vivid colours, giving the scene a lively and dynamic feel.

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Prevailing color of this fine art print is green and its shape is landscape. This image is printed on demand - you can choose material, size and finishing.

One of five children, Willem Maris (1844-1910) was self-taught by nevertheless could be classified as a Dutch master. His talent was noticed by painter Pieter Stortenbeker, for whom Maris worked. In 1863, he moved with his family and shared a painting studio with his brothers. Throughout his life, he was faithful to his dream motives, such as flowering meadows filled with cattle ( Cows in the Evening), rivers and lakes surrounded by willows and littered with small water birds ( Duck at the Water). In his paintings, he tried to capture the effects of sunlight on the landscape. At the end of his life, he often visited Karlovy Vary, where he sought peace and relaxation.