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Goatherd Piping to Four Goats

Francesco Londonio

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a pastoral scene with goats and a shepherd. The image shows a group of goats resting and lounging on the ground. The drawing features goats in the foreground, one seated and another standing, both with distinctive horns. The setting appears to be outdoors with a crumbling stone wall partially visible. There are tall trees and foliage in the background, suggesting a rural landscape. The textures, such as the goats' fur and the stone wall, add depth to the scene.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching on blue paper with white heightening
Dimensions
3502 × 4464 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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