Seated Shepherd with Horse, Dog, Goats and Sheep
1776
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1776
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Seated Shepherd with Horse, Dog, Goats and Sheep is a 1776 ink by Francesco Londonio, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a shepherd sitting on the ground, surrounded by his animals. He's wearing a hat and a long robe, and he's holding a stick in his right hand. To his left is a horse, and in front of him are a dog, some goats, and sheep. The scene is set in a rural landscape with trees and bushes. The shepherd seems to be taking a break, resting with his animals. The horse is looking at him, while the dog is lying down next to him. The goats and sheep are scattered around, some of them looking up at the shepherd. The etching is detailed and expressive, with a focus on the natural world. It's a great example of the Romanticism movement, which emphasized emotion and the beauty of nature. If you're interested in learning more about this style, check out the Romanticism movement.
