Two Shepherds and a Boy

Britische Grafik 1775–1790, 1781–1783

This is a painting of three figures in a dynamic interaction, set against an ancient arched structure. The central figure holds a lifeless figure, while another kneels next to them. The background features stylized arches and pillars. The color palette consists of earthy tones and shades of grey, in the Baroque style emphasizing strong contrast and emotive expression.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1775–1790
Date
1781–1783
Type
Print
Medium
color chiaroscuro woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
29 × 19.4 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

This is a painting of three figures in a dynamic interaction, set against an ancient arched structure. The central figure holds a lifeless figure, while another kneels next to them. The background features stylized arches and pillars. The color palette consists of earthy tones and shades of grey, in the Baroque style emphasizing strong contrast and emotive expression.

Britische Grafik 1775–1790