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Finding the Sheep (Le mouton retrouve)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a scene where a seated figure is tending to a sheep. The point of view is slightly elevated, looking down at the figure. The horizon is low, with a row of trees in the background. Loose brushstrokes or pencil lines are used in the illustration, with detailed cross-hatching around the figure and trees for texture and shadow. The color palette is monochromatic, with soft shades of off-white and dark lines. Rustic elements like a tilted chair and a shepherd's crook on the ground complement the rural theme.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3432 × 4847 px
Public Domain
Yes
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