A Boy with Three Goats 1815

Johann Christoph Erhard's "A Boy with Three Goats" (1815) is an etching that depicts a young boy tending to three goats as they cross a wooden bridge over a stream. The landscape features a large rock formation and lush trees, creating a serene and pastoral scene. The detailed etching, with its emphasis on light and shadow, conveys the beauty and tranquility of nature. This work is a testament to Erhard's skill as an artist and a captivating example of early 19th-century landscape etching.