Who painted Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf?

Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf was painted by Domenico Campagnola in 1540.

Where can I see Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf?

Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf?

Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf

Domenico Campagnola , 1540

Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Domenico Campagnola. It dates from 1540 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Domenico Campagnola's Landscape with Shepherds Driving Away a Wolf is a drawing created around 1540 using pen and brown ink with touches of pale green wash on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene landscape with rolling hills, a river, and a distant village. A shepherd and his flock are shown driving animals away from a wolf, adding a narrative element to the otherwise peaceful scene.

Technique & Style

Campagnola employed thin, precise lines to convey depth and texture, particularly in the rendering of trees and hills. The subtle use of pale green wash adds shading without overpowering the drawing, while cross-hatching builds up shadows and details.