Pastorals c. 1740 - 1760

"Pastorals" is a red chalk drawing by Joseph-Charles Roettiers dating to the mid-18th century. The work depicts a pastoral scene with figures in a rustic setting, possibly referencing the ancient Roman poet Virgil’s "Eclogues," which featured such idyllic scenes. The work is housed at the Städel Museum, a renowned art institution in Germany, which features a comprehensive collection of European paintings, sculptures, and prints.