Herderin met geit opgeschrikt door wolven 1838 - 1842

This lithograph, created between 1838 and 1842 by Émilien Desmaisons, depicts a shepherdess clutching a goat in a rocky, mountainous landscape. The scene is evocative of a rural, pastoral setting, and the shepherdess's frightened expression suggests a possible encounter with wolves, as the title "Herderin met geit opgeschrikt door wolven" indicates. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of Desmaisons's talent for capturing the beauty and drama of the natural world. The use of black and white tones further emphasizes the dramatic effect of the scene, while the intricate details of the figures and landscape highlight the artist's skill.