Departure for the Fields
1640
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1640
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a quiet countryside scene. In the foreground, a shepherd stands with a stick while a flock of sheep grazes under a large, leafy tree. Behind them, a small village sits on a hill, with a few people walking near the buildings. The sky is light, and the whole scene feels calm and peaceful. The artist used fine lines to create depth, making the sheep and shepherd look closer than the distant village. The trees and grass are drawn with careful shading to show texture. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Lorrain made prints like this.
