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Sheep and Goats, by Unknown, 1655

Sheep and Goats

Unknown

1655

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

Dominant colour

Overview

Sheep and Goats is a 1655 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1655
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

This black-and-white photo shows a quiet forest scene with two people and a group of sheep and goats. The person on the left sits under a tree, leaning on a staff, while the person on the right lies on the grass, wrapped in a blanket. The animals rest around them, some grazing, others lying down. In the background, a stone wall and more trees fade into the distance. The lighting is soft, with shadows under the tree and around the people, giving a calm, shaded feel. The photo looks like it was taken in a natural setting, with no signs of modern life. If you like this style, check out chiaroscuro for more on how light and shadow work in photos and art.

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