Boslandschap met herder en kudde schapen 1776 - 1832

"Boslandschap met herder en kudde schapen" is an etching by Johannes Christiaan Bendorp, dating from 1776-1832, and currently held in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork depicts a shepherd tending to his flock of sheep as they cross a shallow stream, their forms rendered in a realistic style. The etching highlights the intimate connection between humans and nature, a popular theme in Dutch art during this period. This small, yet detailed, artwork provides a glimpse into the daily life of a shepherd, highlighting his connection with his animals and the surrounding natural world.