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Sheep

Nicolaes Pietersz Berchem

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of multiple sheep in various poses. The full-page illustration depicts several sheep lying down. The fur of the sheep is textured with detailed pencil strokes, and there are subtle hints of shadow beneath each animal. There is a combination of different angles and poses, showing the sheep from different perspectives. The drawing also contains some rough sketches and outlines, suggesting movement and presence without complete detail. The background is plain.

Artwork Details

Medium
black and red chalk (possibly crayon)
Dimensions
4961 × 2950 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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