Rivierlandschap met fluitspelende schaapsherder 1688 - 1733

"Rivierlandschap met fluitspelende schaapsherder" (River Landscape with a Shepherd Playing the Flute), an etching by Jean Baptiste Scotin, is a beautiful example of Dutch landscape art. The 18th-century print depicts a serene scene of a meandering river winding through a verdant valley. In the foreground, a shepherd plays his flute as a flock of sheep grazes by the riverbank. In the background, a quaint town nestled amidst the hills creates a sense of tranquility and harmony. The artist's keen attention to detail is evident in the depiction of the trees, water, and animals. The etching's composition, with its balanced arrangement of elements, creates a sense of depth and perspective, making the viewer feel like they are looking out over a vast and peaceful countryside.