Landscape with a Flock of Sheep
1804
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1804
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This sketch shows a lone shepherd standing in a field, watching over a flock of sheep grazing. A few dogs lie or wander near the animals, while bare trees line the background. The scene is drawn in soft pencil strokes, with light shading to show the sheep’s wool and the uneven ground. The artist focused on everyday rural life, not grand landscapes. The sketch’s loose lines make it feel quick, almost like a notebook doodle. Next, check out The Cleveland Museum of Art to see more works like this.
