The image shows a pastoral scene with a shepherd standing among a flock of sheep and goats. The shepherd is wearing traditional attire and holding a staff. A pond is on the left, reflecting some animals. In the background, more sheep are near an archway that appears to be the ruins of a stone structure. Trees and foliage make up the backdrop. The artwork is detailed with fine lines in a monochromatic palette of grays and browns. The brushstrokes show intricate details and texture.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1763
- Medium
- etching heightened with white gouache on blue laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4640 × 3507 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original