Artwork
Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole
Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole is an ink print by the Baroque artist Domenico Bernardo Zilotti. It dates from 1764 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Domenico Bernardo Zilotti's 'Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole' is an etching on laid paper, dating to circa 1764, capturing a serene natural scene.
Subject & Meaning
The etching portrays a contemplative shepherdess seated amidst a rocky, tree-lined landscape, surrounded by her herd drinking from a watering hole. Her gaze directed outward, the scene conveys a sense of peaceful solitude.
Technique & Style
Zilotti achieved depth and realism through finely detailed renderings of the shepherdess's attire and tree textures. The interplay of light and shadow enhances the tranquil atmosphere, while the etching on laid paper adds a tactile quality.
History & Provenance
Created c. 1764, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
This work reflects the 18th-century European penchant for idyllic landscapes, often infused with figures engaged in everyday, peaceful activities.
Legacy
The enduring appeal of 'Landscape with Shepherdess and Herd at a Watering Hole' lies in its successful evocation of serenity, characteristic of Zilotti's contribution to the landscape etching tradition.
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