Two Shepherds with a Cow and Calf
1776
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1776
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Two Shepherds with a Cow and Calf is a 1776 ink by Francesco Londonio, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching depicts two shepherds tending to their animals in a rural setting. The shepherd on the left stands behind a cow and calf, while the other sits beside them, holding a stick. A goat is visible in the background, and a tree and rocky outcropping complete the scene. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth to the image, with the sun shining down on the figures and animals. The etching technique allows for intricate details, such as the texture of the tree bark and the folds in the shepherds' clothing. The attention to detail in this etching is reminiscent of the work of Londonio, Francesco.
