The Bellman 1879

"The Bellman" is a 1879 etching by Samuel Palmer, a prominent English artist. Palmer's etching displays a quaint village scene at dusk, with a lone figure standing by a path leading into the village. The composition evokes a sense of tranquility and solitude, characteristic of Palmer's later works. "The Bellman" showcases Palmer's mastery of etching, with subtle variations in shading and meticulous detail that capture the light of the setting sun and the quiet intimacy of rural life. The etching is now housed in the prestigious collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.