Le Retour du Troupeau, Crèvecoeur
1913
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1913
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Le Retour du Troupeau, Crèvecoeur is a 1913 by Auguste Lepère, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a group of people herding sheep along a narrow path under a big, leafy tree. The scene is quiet, with the animals clustered near a small stream. The background has more trees and a faint building in the distance. The artist used only lines and shading to create depth, making the shadows and light feel soft. This style makes the scene look peaceful and natural. Look up sfumato next to see how artists use blended shading like this.
