1917
oil
canvas
From the collection of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Dominant colour
The Good Shepherd is a 1917 oil by Henry Ossawa Tanner, a American Impressionism work, held at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.
This painting depicts a serene scene of a shepherd, dressed in a long robe and head covering, standing in a field surrounded by sheep. The shepherd is holding a staff in his right hand and appears to be looking down at the sheep. The background of the painting is a soft, muted landscape with rolling hills and a few trees in the distance. The overall mood of the painting is one of peace and tranquility. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting adds depth and dimension to the scene, highlighting the contrast between light and dark. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of volume and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the shepherd. For more on the artist's techniques, look up Henry Ossawa Tanner.
Henry Ossawa Tanner (June 21, 1859 – May 25, 1937) was an American artist who spent much of his career in France.
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