This is a drawing of three goats. The largest goat is standing facing the viewer, with a coat featuring a mix of darker hues with highlights of white and faint orange. Its fur texture is achieved using fine lines and shading. Beside it, two smaller goats are reclining on the ground; one is nestled next to the other, who gazes toward the standing goat. In the backdrop, a tree with textured bark and minimal foliage creates a rustic atmosphere. The technique involves intricate linework, typical of pen and ink drawings, capturing the natural dynamics of the scene.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1758
- Medium
- etching heightened with white on blue laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4213 × 2851 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original