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The Divine Shepherdess (La divina pastora)

Miguel Cabrera

1760

unspecified

From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Rococo painting 18th Century

Dominant colour

The Divine Shepherdess (La divina pastora) is a 1760 unspecified by Miguel Cabrera, a Rococo painting work, held at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Miguel Cabrera
When & what style?: 1760 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Los Angeles County Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of a woman, dressed in a blue robe and white shirt, sitting on the ground. She wears a brown hat and holds a staff in her right hand, while her left hand gently touches a sheep. The woman is surrounded by several sheep and cherubs, with one cherub holding a crown above her head. The background features a tree, a cloudy sky, and a distant landscape. The painting's use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes creates a sense of tranquility, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figure. The woman's gentle interaction with the sheep and the cherubs adds to the peaceful atmosphere, inviting the viewer to reflect on the scene. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Miguel Cabrera.