The Square Book of Animals: The Simple Sheep
1899
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1899
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
The Square Book of Animals: The Simple Sheep is a 1899 by William Nicholson, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting shows a simple sheep in a field. The artist used bold lines and bright colors to create a sense of innocence. The sheep is also shown in a peaceful atmosphere, which was a common theme in artwork from this time period. You can learn more about similar artwork by visiting the museum where this piece is held, The Cleveland Museum of Art.