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Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole, by Domenico Bernardo Zilotti, ink, 1764

Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole

Domenico Bernardo Zilotti

1764

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole is a 1764 ink by Domenico Bernardo Zilotti, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Domenico Bernardo Zilotti
When & what style?
1764 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting, "Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole," depicts a serene scene of a shepherdess tending to her herd at a watering hole. The shepherdess sits on the ground, surrounded by trees and a rocky landscape, while her herd drinks from the water. The atmosphere is peaceful, with the shepherdess lost in thought as she gazes out at the viewer. In the foreground, the shepherdess's clothing and the texture of the trees are rendered in fine detail, giving the painting a sense of depth and realism. The use of light and shadow adds to the overall sense of tranquility, creating a sense of calm and serenity. The artist's use of etching on laid paper creates a sense of texture and depth, drawing the viewer into the scene. For more information on the artist's technique, look up etching.

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