Schaapskudde en herder in een weide met bomen 1890 - 1930

"Schaapskudde en herder in een weide met bomen" (Flock of Sheep and Shepherd in a Meadow with Trees), an etching by Dutch artist Philip Zilcken (1857-1930), depicts a serene pastoral scene. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, captures a group of sheep grazing peacefully in a meadow bordered by a line of trees, showcasing Zilcken's meticulous attention to detail and masterful use of light and shadow. The print's small size (162 mm x 236 mm) highlights the intimacy of the subject matter and invites viewers to appreciate the subtle nuances of the rural landscape.