Artwork
Shepherd Chasing a Wolf
Shepherd Chasing a Wolf is a print by the Romanticist artist Adam von Bartsch. It dates from 1803 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1966.725
- Credit line
- Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Zinser
About this work
Overview
Shepherd Chasing a Wolf, a print by Adam von Bartsch from 1803, is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. The work depicts a dramatic confrontation between a shepherd and a wolf within a natural setting.
Subject & Meaning
The scene captures a moment of urgency and danger as the shepherd pursues the wolf, evoking a sense of drama. This portrayal reflects the common 19th-century art theme of natural environments as backdrops for human activity and conflict.
Technique & Style
The print utilizes chiaroscuro, an artistic technique employing strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth and enhance the emotional intensity of the scene.
History & Provenance
Created in 1803 by Adam von Bartsch, the print is currently held in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Johann Adam Bernhard Ritter von Bartsch was an Austrian scholar and artist. His catalogue of old master prints, Le Peintre Graveur is the foundation of print history, and he was himself a printmaker practicing engraving and etching.
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