1691
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
Landscape with shepherd and animals is a 1691 oil by Philipp Peter Roos, a Barbizon school work, held at National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
This painting shows a serene landscape with a shepherd surrounded by his animals. The shepherd, dressed in a red and white cloth, sits on a rock, gazing out at the viewer. He is accompanied by a variety of animals, including sheep, goats, and a dog. In the background, a dramatic sky with clouds adds depth to the scene. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of volume and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. If you're interested in exploring more works by this artist, look up Philipp Peter Roos.
Philipp Peter Roos (later surnamed Rosa di Tivoli; 1655–1706) was a German Baroque painter, active in and near Rome from 1677 onward.
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