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Peasant Boy Asleep near Two Sheep

Francesco Londonio

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two sheep in a peaceful outdoor setting. One sheep is sitting upright while the other is laying down near a tree. There are foliage and a tree trunk in the background. The drawing is detailed with fine lines and shading, using subtle colors to depict the sheep and their surroundings.

Artwork Details

Date
1758/1759
Medium
etching heightened with white on blue laid paper
Dimensions
4330 × 2959 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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