Small Landscape with Distant Village 1774 - 1789

This etching by Jean-Pierre Norblin de la Gourdaine, titled *Small Landscape with Distant Village*, depicts a serene rural scene. Created between 1774 and 1789, the artwork showcases Norblin's talent for capturing the quiet beauty of the landscape. The viewer's eye is drawn to the distant village, its buildings barely discernible, and the foreground features a field and a few trees. The artist's delicate lines and subtle shading create a sense of depth and tranquility, typical of his landscape etchings. The small size of the piece, only 7/8 x 3 7/16 inches (2.2 x 8.8 cm), adds to its intimate and delicate nature.