Shed with Cottage, from The Small Landscapes 1559 - 1561

"Shed with Cottage, from The Small Landscapes" is an etching created by Johannes van Doetecum I between 1559 and 1561. The print, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection, depicts a simple rural scene with a thatched-roof shed, several cottages, and a small flock of sheep. The etching’s delicate lines and detailed rendering are characteristic of Doetecum’s work, and the scene reflects the growing popularity of landscape art in the 16th century. Doetecum was a significant figure in the development of printmaking, producing a large body of work that includes religious and mythological scenes, portraits, and landscapes.