A Shepherd and a Shepherdess Resting
1772
watercolor
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1772
watercolor
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
A Shepherd and a Shepherdess Resting is a 1772 watercolor by Jean-Baptiste Hüet, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows two people sitting outside near some sheep. One is holding a hat and a stick, while the other leans against them, looking down. The background has a blurry blue sky, a few trees, and a building in the distance. The colors are soft and faded, with light brushstrokes that make everything look gentle. The artist used watercolor, which gives the scene a light, airy feel. The way the colors blend makes the painting look almost like a sketch with a glow. Look up *watercolor, glazing* to see how artists build up light and depth this way.
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