1870
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Kids by a Pond is a 1870 ink by Filippo Palizzi, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
In this etching, a group of goats are gathered near a pond. The goats are the main focus, with some standing and others lying down. The scene is set in a natural environment, with grass and plants surrounding the pond. The artist has used a range of tones to create depth and texture in the image. One interesting detail is the way the artist has captured the different textures of the goats' fur and the surrounding foliage. The etching technique has allowed for a high level of detail and nuance in the image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the movement of Impressionism.
Filippo Palizzi (16 June 1818 – 11 September 1899) was an Italian painter, known for his rural genre scenes with animals, mostly goats. His brothers, Francesco Paolo, Giuseppe and Nicola, also became painters.
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