Artwork
A man and a boy driving cattle
A man and a boy driving cattle 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. A small, detailed drawing on paper depicts a Chinese man and boy herding cattle.
About this work
Overview
A small, detailed drawing on paper depicts a Chinese man and boy herding cattle.
Subject & Meaning
The scene shows a man and boy guiding a cow and calf along a path, capturing a quiet, everyday moment.
Technique & Style
The drawing's careful execution brings the subjects to life through expressive marks on the page.
History & Provenance
Created by George Chinnery in China during the 1820s, the drawing reflects the artist's time in the region.
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.
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