Who painted First Group of Arcadian Goats?

First Group of Arcadian Goats was painted by Edward Calvert in 1830.

Where can I see First Group of Arcadian Goats?

First Group of Arcadian Goats is held by Victoria and Albert Museum.

What movement is First Group of Arcadian Goats?

First Group of Arcadian Goats is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

First Group of Arcadian Goats

Edward Calvert , 1830

First Group of Arcadian Goats is a drawing by the Romanticist artist Edward Calvert. It dates from 1830 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.

About this work

Overview

First Group of Arcadian Goats is a pencil drawing created by Edward Calvert in 1830, capturing a serene pastoral moment.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing portrays a group of goats at rest in a grassy, idyllic Arcadian landscape, conveying a sense of tranquility and natural ease.

Technique & Style

Characterized by simple forms, light pencil strokes, and sparse detailing, the work exhibits a loose, sketch-like quality suggestive of a preliminary concept rather than a polished piece.

History & Provenance

Originally created in 1830, the drawing was later published in 'A Memoir of Edward Calvert' (1893), compiled by the artist's third son.