Corsicaanse herder 1920

"Corsican Shepherd" is a 1920 etching by Dutch artist Lodewijk Schelfhout (1881-1943). The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a shepherd in a wide-brimmed hat, holding a staff and gazing pensively towards a mountainous landscape. The shepherd's figure dominates the foreground, emphasizing his isolation and connection to the land. The landscape, with its rolling hills and distant villages, evokes a sense of tranquility and timelessness, characteristic of Schelfhout's style. The use of dark, expressive lines and bold contrasts in the etching creates a dramatic and evocative atmosphere. This work exemplifies Schelfhout's penchant for capturing the essence of rural life and the beauty of the natural world.