Shepherd with his Flocks by the River c. 19th century

Editor: Here we have Alfred Taiée's "Shepherd with his Flocks by the River," a serene landscape print. The scene evokes a sense of pastoral calm. What symbols do you find particularly resonant in this image? Curator: The shepherd, often seen as a Christ-like figure, represents care and guidance. The river, a symbol of life's flow and purification, reflects the constancy of nature. Do you notice how the flock might symbolize community and the need for belonging? Editor: I do now. The image feels both comforting and timeless. Curator: Indeed. It reminds us of enduring human connections to nature and the archetypal roles we play within it.