Il gregge in cammino con tempo tempestoso

Claude Lorrain, circa 1650/1651

The image depicts a pastoral landscape from a slightly elevated point of view. A herd of cattle is moving across the terrain, guided by a figure. The horizon is low, showing distant mountains, softly rendered clouds, and a castle-like structure on a hill obscured by trees. On the left, the ruins of an architectural structure, possibly columns, are visible. The etching features detailed brushstrokes, providing texture and depth. The color palette is monochrome, with shades of sepia and dark brown.

Artista: Claude Lorrain
Datazione: circa 1650/1651
Tipologia: Stampa
Tecnica: Acquaforte
Collezione: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza: Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The image depicts a pastoral landscape from a slightly elevated point of view. A herd of cattle is moving across the terrain, guided by a figure. The horizon is low, showing distant mountains, softly rendered clouds, and a castle-like structure on a hill obscured by trees. On the left, the ruins of an architectural structure, possibly columns, are visible. The etching features detailed brushstrokes, providing texture and depth. The color palette is monochrome, with shades of sepia and dark brown.

Claude Lorrain