Oxen Yoked to a Cart (Maremma) (Bovi al carro (Maremma))
1886
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1886
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows two oxen hitched to a wooden cart in a snowy field. A person sits on the cart, bundled up, while another stands nearby holding a long pole. The background has a small hut and more animals in the distance, all drawn with rough, textured lines. The artist used a mix of brown ink and red chalk to add depth to the scene. The snow and grass are shown with quick, sketchy strokes, giving it a lively feel. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this one create detailed prints.
