The Sleeping Shepherd; Early Morning

Britische Grafik 1851–1867, 1857

Through the arched, vine-covered trellis, we see a pastoral scene. A figure is reclining against a rustic structure covered with climbing plants with yellow flowers. In the background, there is a flock of sheep and two cows being led by a figure. The sky displays muted purples and pinks, transitioning into evening, while the grass and foliage are depicted in rich greens and browns. The brushwork combines fine details for plants and figures with broader strokes for the sky and landscape, creating a harmonious composition.
Artist
Britische Grafik 1851–1867
Date
1857
Type
Print
Medium
etching, hand-colored with watercolor and opaque white with gold highlights
Dimensions
9.5 × 7.8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

Through the arched, vine-covered trellis, we see a pastoral scene. A figure is reclining against a rustic structure covered with climbing plants with yellow flowers. In the background, there is a flock of sheep and two cows being led by a figure. The sky displays muted purples and pinks, transitioning into evening, while the grass and foliage are depicted in rich greens and browns. The brushwork combines fine details for plants and figures with broader strokes for the sky and landscape, creating a harmonious composition.

Britische Grafik 1851–1867