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The Good Shepherd

Adriaen Collaert after Hans Bol

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an elevated point of view of a man tending to sheep near a rustic building, with sheep nearby. In the distance, there is a village with buildings, pointed roofs, and a tall spire. The image is created with intricate lines, likely using an engraving technique, portraying detailed foliage and architecture. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of gray. In the sky, there are clouds and a creature perched on the moon.

Artwork Details

Date
1585
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
4934 × 3566 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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