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Italian Landscape with a Young Shepherd Playing with his Dog is held by Mauritshuis.

What movement is Italian Landscape with a Young Shepherd Playing with his Dog?

Italian Landscape with a Young Shepherd Playing with his Dog is associated with Dutch Golden Age.

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Artwork

Italian Landscape with a Young Shepherd Playing with his Dog

Karel Dujardin , 1660

Italian Landscape with a Young Shepherd Playing with his Dog is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Karel Dujardin. It dates from 1660 and is held in the collection of the Mauritshuis.

About this work

Overview

Italian Landscape with a Young Shepherd Playing with his Dog is a 1660 oil painting by Dutch Golden Age artist Karel Dujardin, showcasing a serene rural scene.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young shepherd at play with his brown and white dog, accompanied by a white horse, amidst a picturesque Italianate landscape with mountains and a cloudy sky.

Technique & Style

Dujardin's work exemplifies his characteristic Italianate style, influenced by his time in Italy, with a focus on capturing a tranquil atmosphere and everyday genre scenes.

History & Provenance

The painting is part of the Mauritshuis collection, reflecting Dujardin's contribution to the Dutch Golden Age of painting.