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Shepherd with Goats (Les chèvres)

Claude Lorrain

1632

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Landscape

Dominant colour

Shepherd with Goats (Les chèvres) is a 1632 ink by Claude Lorrain, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Claude Lorrain
When & what style?: 1632 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching on two sheets of paper shows a serene landscape with a shepherd and goats. The shepherd stands in the foreground, wearing a hat and holding a staff, while the goats graze nearby. In the background, a tranquil lake and rolling hills stretch out to the horizon. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere in the scene. The etching is a beautiful example of the Baroque style, with intricate details and textures that bring the scene to life. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the way the light filters through the trees and the way the goats' fur is rendered. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the work of Lorrain, Claude.