Sheep Grazing in a Field 1878

"Sheep Grazing in a Field" is a 1878 pencil drawing by American artist Winslow Homer. This work depicts a flock of sheep grazing in a field with a lone sheep in the foreground staring directly at the viewer. The image uses a simple composition and expressive lines to capture the tranquility of the scene, characteristic of Homer's later works. Though well-known for his seascapes and depictions of war, Homer explored rural themes through detailed sketches and drawings.