Pastoral Journey with Flocks and Herds at a Stream 1660 - 1664

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione, also known as "Il Grechetto," created the red chalk drawing "Pastoral Journey with Flocks and Herds at a Stream" between 1660 and 1664. This drawing depicts a group of people and animals traveling through a rural landscape. The drawing is a preparatory study for a larger painting and captures the artist's mastery of capturing movement and a sense of depth. The detailed rendering of the figures and animals is a characteristic of Castiglione's style, showcasing his ability to create a sense of realism in his works. This drawing is a beautiful example of the artistic output of the Baroque period and can be found at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.