The Shepherd and the Old Warrior
1517
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1517
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This sketch shows a young boy playing a flute under a tree while an older man leans on a staff nearby. The background has a small house and rolling hills, all drawn in simple lines. The red-brown ink gives it a warm, earthy look. The artist used fine lines to show light and shadow, giving the scene depth without color. This kind of drawing was common in the 1500s. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this one created detailed prints.
