Pastoral

John Hamilton Mortimer

National Gallery of Art

The engraving depicts two individuals, a man and a woman, partially visible from the knees up, seated on a grassy ledge surrounded by natural scenery. The woman is sitting on the right side with one leg up, leaning back towards the man, who is reclined next to her. Her facial features are soft and her expression is relaxed, with her hair styled in loose curls adorned with a wreath of leaves. She is wearing a flowing robe or dress. The man is dressed in a vest with sleeves and has curly hair, also adorned with a leafy headdress. A sheep is reclining in front of them, and a basket is to their left. The background features detailed foliage, trees, and a view of the sky with wispy clouds.