Thatched Cottage by a Brook 1700 - 1800

"Thatched Cottage by a Brook" is an anonymous 18th-century drawing depicting a charming rural scene. The small, detailed artwork showcases a humble thatched cottage situated on a hillside, surrounded by trees and a small stream. A lone figure sits by the stream, observing a goat nearby, capturing a sense of tranquility and simplicity. The drawing, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of the 18th-century fascination with idyllic landscapes and the charm of rural life.