Artwork
A young goat
A young 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. This drawing presents a reclining young goat, rendered from a left‑hand perspective.
About this work
Overview
This drawing presents a reclining young goat, rendered from a left‑hand perspective. The work functions as a study, focusing on the animal’s form and posture in a relaxed pose.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on a juvenile goat, captured in a moment of repose. By emphasizing the animal’s natural stance, the drawing explores the anatomy and gentle character of the creature without narrative embellishment.
Technique & Style
Executed as a drawing, the piece relies on line work to define the goat’s contours and the subtle shifts of its body weight. The left‑side viewpoint guides the viewer’s eye across the figure, highlighting the artist’s attention to proportion and gesture.
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.
