“Moon and Cow” is an artwork created by Alex Colville in 1963. It is part of the Magic Realism art movement and falls under the genre of animal painting.
The artwork depicts a serene nocturnal scene in which a cow is lying on a field, gazing at the full moon that hangs in the night sky. The cow, with its clearly delineated black and white splotches, contrasts against the muted tones of the surrounding landscape. Shadows and light are intricately rendered, adding a sense of stillness and quiet to the scene. The sky is filled with scattered clouds, through which the moonlight filters, creating a mystical and contemplative atmosphere. In the background, a simple structure, possibly a shed, is partially visible, adding a subtle touch of human presence to the otherwise natural setting. The composition and attention to detail embody the essence of Magic Realism, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary.