Sheep by a Statue of Pan, plate five from Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet 1764

This etching, "Sheep by a Statue of Pan", is from Salomon Gessner's series *Paysages Dédiés à M. Warelet*. The scene features a pastoral landscape with a group of sheep grazing near a statue of the Greek god Pan. Gessner was a Swiss poet and painter who was known for his idyllic depictions of nature and rural life. This print is a prime example of Gessner’s work, showcasing his interest in the bucolic and the natural world. This work is a part of The Art Institute of Chicago’s collection.