Artwork

Landscape with a Herdsman and Goats

Landscape with a Herdsman and Goats, by Gaspard Dughet, oil, 1635
Landscape with a Herdsman and Goats, by Gaspard Dughet, oil, 1635

Landscape with a Herdsman and Goats is an oil painting by the Barbizon school artist Gaspard Dughet. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with a Herdsman and Goats is an oil on canvas painting created by Gaspard Dughet around 1635. It is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene scene of a herdsman standing near a tree, surrounded by goats. The composition captures a quiet moment in the herdsman's daily life, conveying a sense of calm.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of light and shadow creates depth in the landscape. Simple elements are employed to evoke a sense of tranquility, demonstrating Dughet's approach to representing the natural world.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gaspard Dughet

Gaspard Dughet (1613–1675) was a French artist, born in Rome.