Who painted The Shepherdess?

The Shepherdess was painted by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen in 1891.

Where can I see The Shepherdess?

The Shepherdess is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Shepherdess?

The Shepherdess is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of The Shepherdess?

Museum-quality prints of The Shepherdess are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Shepherdess

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen , 1891

The Shepherdess is a drawing by the Impressionist artist Théophile Alexandre Steinlen. It dates from 1891 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1949.123
Credit line: Bequest of Mrs. Madeleine Hamill in memory of Lawrence Hamill

About this work

Overview

The Shepherdess is a drawing by Théophile Alexandre Steinlen, created in 1891. It is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a seated shepherdess gazing to the right, lost in thought. Her calm demeanor and introspective expression suggest a connection to the surrounding landscape.

Technique & Style

Steinlen's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The shepherdess's attire, including a plaid-patterned dress and dark skirt, is rendered in detail against a backdrop of hills, trees, and a cloudy sky.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen

Théophile Alexandre Steinlen (November 10, 1859 – December 13, 1923), was a Swiss-born French Art Nouveau painter and printmaker. He was politically engaged and collaborated with the anarchist and socialist press.