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1691
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From the collection of Kunsthistorisches Museum
1691
unspecified
From the collection of Kunsthistorisches Museum
This painting depicts a man sitting on the ground, surrounded by a flock of sheep and goats. The man is shirtless and wears a hat, with his right arm resting on his knee. The animals are scattered around him, some standing and others lying down. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and a cloudy sky. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, with the light source coming from the left side of the image. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the textures of the animals' fur and the man's clothing. The painting's style and composition are reminiscent of the works of Philipp Peter Roos.
