1880
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
A herd of swine is a 1880 by Charles Jacque, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The image depicts a serene scene of a shepherd tending to his flock of sheep in a lush, grassy field. The shepherd, dressed in a hat and coat, stands amidst the sheep, holding a staff in his right hand. The sheep are scattered throughout the field, some grazing while others appear to be resting. In the background, a few trees are visible, adding depth to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of tranquility, with the shepherd and his flock seemingly at peace in their natural surroundings. For more information on the artist who created this piece, look up Charles-Émile Jacque (French, 1813–1894).
Charles-Émile Jacque (23 May 1813 – 7 May 1894) was a French painter of Pastoralism and engraver who was, with Jean-François Millet, part of the Barbizon School. He first learned to engrave maps when he spent seven years in the French Army.
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