Artwork
A grazing goat
A grazing goat is a drawing by the Romanticist artist George Chinnery. It dates from 19 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
George Chinnery drew a goat in 1825. It’s a simple scene: a goat eating grass on a slope. The artist used paper and pencil to capture this.
The date range in the facts is odd—1825 to 1852. Maybe the drawing was finished closer to 1825. Either way, it shows a quiet moment.
Check out George Chinnery’s other animal drawings next.
Overview
A pencil drawing on paper depicts a goat grazing on a slope, created by George Chinnery.
Subject & Meaning
The simple scene captures a quiet moment of a goat eating grass on a downward slope, conveying a sense of serenity.
Technique & Style
The drawing is executed in pencil on paper, showcasing Chinnery's ability to convey a naturalistic scene through a straightforward yet effective technique.
History & Provenance
Dated to between 1825 and 1852, the drawing is likely from the earlier end of this range, given the style and Chinnery's active period.
Artist & collection
Artist
George Chinnery (Chinese: 錢納利; 5 January 1774 – 30 May 1852) was an English painter who spent most of his life in Asia, especially India and southern China.
