Landschap met schaapskudde bij Bloemendaal c. 1880

"Landschap met schaapskudde bij Bloemendaal" (c. 1880) is a landscape etching by Dutch artist Carel Nicolaas Storm van 's-Gravesande, known for his atmospheric depictions of nature. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a serene scene of a flock of sheep grazing in a field, surrounded by trees and a vast, open sky. The delicate lines and shading of the etching convey a sense of depth and tranquility, highlighting the artist's masterful skill in capturing the subtle nuances of light and shadow. This evocative etching is a testament to Van 's-Gravesande's talent in translating the beauty of the natural world into a powerful visual experience.