Who painted A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family?

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family was painted by Andrea De Leone in 1638.

Where can I see A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family?

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family?

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family

Andrea De Leone , 1638

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family is a watercolor drawing by the Baroque artist Andrea De Leone. It dates from 1638 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd and His Family is a drawing by Andrea De Leone, created around 1638, held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a serene scene of a shepherd and his family in a wooded setting, with the family seated on the grass and sheep grazing in the background.

Technique & Style

Executed in pen and brown ink with touches of green watercolor, the drawing features loose, rapid lines and a rough texture, suggesting a spontaneous sketch. The green washes may have been added later, as they contrast with the sketchy inkwork.

History & Provenance

The drawing is mounted on an old secondary sheet, indicating it was carefully preserved. The age of the paper is evident in its yellowed edges.