Little Donkeys at Rest (Sosta di somarelli)
1886
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1886
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Little Donkeys at Rest (Sosta di somarelli) is a 1886 ink by Giovanni Fattori, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows two small donkeys resting in a field. One stands with its head up, while the other sits with its head down. The grass looks dry and patchy, and the donkeys’ fur is detailed with quick, sketchy lines. In the background, a distant hill and a few trees are faintly drawn. The artist used a technique that creates dark, textured lines—likely drypoint or etching. This style makes the image feel rough and immediate, like a quick sketch. If you like this, look up etching to see how artists create prints like this.
