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Sheep Calling Lamb

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a landscape with a raised viewpoint. In the foreground, there is an animal near a group of rounded trees. In the background, there is a hill on the right side with a small structure on top. The landscape includes bushes and rolling terrain. The color scheme is monochromatic with sepia and brown tones. The use of detailed linework and cross-hatching creates texture and depth.

Artwork Details

Date
1628
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3493 × 2577 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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