The Little Cowherds
1864
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1864
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white sketch shows a girl in a long dress and headscarf standing in a grassy field. She holds a stick and watches two cows and a sheep grazing nearby. Trees and a distant hill line the background, with birds flying above. The title *Les Petites Vachères* means "The Little Cowherds," hinting this scene shows everyday farm life. The artist used lines to show light and shadow, making the figures stand out. Next, look up Realism to see how artists like Jacque captured ordinary moments.
