Gathering the Flock on Maxwellbank, No. 2

1892

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Gathering the Flock on Maxwellbank, No. 2 is a 1892 by Frank Short, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Frank Short
When & what style?: 1892 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This sketch shows a quiet countryside scene with a few sheep grazing on a grassy hillside. The lines are simple and loose, and the whole image feels sketchy, like it was drawn quickly. In the distance, a few more sheep and a small building are barely visible. The artist focused on light and shadow to show depth, even though the drawing is rough. This style was common in sketches made outdoors. If you like this, check out Impressionism for more loose, light-filled art.