Hilly Landscape with Shepherd and Flock n.d.

This anonymous drawing, “Hilly Landscape with Shepherd and Flock”, is a quick sketch of a pastoral scene. The artist uses charcoal and washes to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the hilly landscape. The lone shepherd standing on a hillside with a small flock of sheep in front of him is the focal point of the composition. The depiction of the trees and clouds highlights the artist's interest in capturing the natural world, common in 19th-century landscape drawings. This drawing is a fine example of the loose, informal style of landscape sketches often produced by artists during the 19th century.