Sheep and Cows c. 1790s

"Sheep and Cows" is a drawing by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, son of the famed Venetian painter, Giambattista Tiepolo. Created in the 1790s, this work showcases Tiepolo's mastery of pen and brown ink on paper. The composition features a lively arrangement of farm animals, including sheep, cows, and a donkey, set against a backdrop of hills and a distant sky. The artist's meticulous attention to detail and dynamic portrayal of the animals, particularly the bull in the foreground, highlights the dynamism and beauty found in the natural world. The artwork is a testament to Tiepolo's keen observation and his ability to capture the essence of rural life in Italy.