Christmas (Folding the Last Sheep)
1850
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1850
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This black-and-white print shows a quiet night scene with a person sitting by a window. Inside, a small room glows faintly, and outside, bare trees stretch across the sky under a bright moon. The person appears to be resting or reading, while a framed picture on the wall adds a touch of detail. The title hints at a poem by Bampfylde, suggesting this image might tell a story beyond what’s visible. The soft light and simple shapes give it a dreamy feel, almost like a sketch. If you like this style, look up Samuel Palmer for more of his work.