Who painted The Shepherd?

The Shepherd was painted by Paulus Potter in 1644.

Where can I see The Shepherd?

The Shepherd is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Shepherd?

The Shepherd is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of The Shepherd?

Museum-quality prints of The Shepherd are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Shepherd

Paulus Potter , 1644

The Shepherd is a print by the Baroque artist Paulus Potter. It dates from 1644 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Shepherd is a 1644 etching by Dutch Golden Age artist Paulus Potter, depicting a serene rural scene with a shepherd, livestock, and a distant village.

Subject & Meaning

The print focuses on a shepherd tending to sheep and a donkey on a rocky hill, with a tree behind and a village by a river in the distance, emphasizing rural life and livestock.

Technique & Style

Potter employed precise lines to capture the three-dimensional appearance of the animals' fur and the landscape's details, characteristic of his attention to texture and form.

History & Provenance

Created in 1644, The Shepherd is now part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, one of approximately 100 works by Potter before his death at 28.

Context

Part of Potter's oeuvre specializing in animal-focused landscapes from a low viewpoint, The Shepherd reflects his contribution to Dutch Golden Age art's emphasis on rural themes.

Legacy

As one of Potter's notable works, The Shepherd contributes to the enduring interest in Dutch Golden Age prints, though specific legacy details are not highlighted in available information.

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Artist

Paulus Potter

Paulus Potter (Dutch pronunciation: ; 20 November 1625 (baptised) – 17 January 1654 (buried)) was a Dutch painter who specialized in landscapes featuring animals, often from a low vantage point.