Schaapherder c. 1830

"Schaapherder" (c. 1830) is a lithograph by the Dutch artist Paulus Lauters (1806-1875). The work depicts a shepherd tending to a flock of sheep in a peaceful landscape. The artist's attention to detail in portraying the animals and the setting creates a sense of realism, making the viewer feel like they are observing a real-life scene. The lithograph is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and measures 253 mm in height by 198 mm in width. Lauters was known for his landscape and animal paintings and often depicted scenes of rural life.