Roe Deer in the Forest, Oil Painting on Cardboard

An antique roe deer in the forest oil painting on cardboard. The artwork depicts a male roe deer resting in a serene woodland setting, characterized by a rich, textured impasto and a natural palette of warm earthy tones.

Technical details:

Code: QA062
Period: early 20th century
Origin: Germany
Technique: oil on millboard

Painting dimensions: 65×67 cm (25.5×26.3 in)
Dimensions with frame: 75×77 cm approx. (29.5×30.3 in approx.)

Description:

Fine antique oil on cardboard painting depicting a male roe deer nestled within the forest undergrowth. The animal is portrayed in a crouched, attentive posture, boasting well-defined antlers and ears erect to catch distant sounds. The tranquility of the surrounding woodland is rendered with thick, directional brushstrokes that build the tree trunks and surrounding foliage. The color palette articulates warm, rich earthy tones—featuring subtle variations of ochre, brown, olive green, and touches of raw sienna that define the volume and realistic texture of the coat. Presented within a molded wooden frame with a sleek metallic inner liner.