The good shepherd surrounded by lambs 19-19

This anonymous woodcut print from the 19th century depicts a traditional Christian image of the "Good Shepherd". The central figure of Jesus is shown standing with a halo above his head and a lamb cradled in his arms. He is surrounded by three additional lambs, each with their own unique posture, which symbolize the followers of Christ. The overall image is one of calm, peaceful protection and guidance. The use of line and crosshatching helps to create a sense of depth and texture within the artwork, which is currently located at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.