Angora Sheep
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Herman van Swanevelt
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Angora Sheep is a 1628 ink by Herman van Swanevelt, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows two people standing near a path while a large, shaggy goat-like animal rests beside them. The animal has a thick, curly coat and a long beard. Trees with sparse leaves line the background, and the scene looks quiet and rural. The artist used sharp lines to show the animal’s fur and the people’s clothing, giving the whole image a textured look. This style was common in etchings of the time. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Herman van Swanevelt (1603–1655) was a Dutch artist, born in Woerden.
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