Donkey with her Foal, a Dog, and a Peasant Man

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775, 1762/1763

This is a drawing of a pastoral scene featuring animals and a figure. The composition shows two donkeys standing on rocky terrain with a small dog lying down in the foreground. To the left is a figure dressed in simple clothing, holding a stick and interacting with the donkeys. The donkeys are detailed, and the dog appears relaxed. The drawing captures a serene and pastoral moment, highlighting the texture of the animals' coats and the natural environment. The background suggests a wide open landscape, enhancing the sense of space and tranquility.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1747–1775
Date
1762/1763
Type
Print
Medium
etching heightened with white gouache on blue laid paper
Dimensions
19.6 × 24.5 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a drawing of a pastoral scene featuring animals and a figure. The composition shows two donkeys standing on rocky terrain with a small dog lying down in the foreground. To the left is a figure dressed in simple clothing, holding a stick and interacting with the donkeys. The donkeys are detailed, and the dog appears relaxed. The drawing captures a serene and pastoral moment, highlighting the texture of the animals' coats and the natural environment. The background suggests a wide open landscape, enhancing the sense of space and tranquility.

Italienische Grafik 1747–1775