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A Shepherdess and her Flock, 1878-9 (oil on canvas)
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A Shepherdess and her Flock, 1878-9 (oil on canvas)
658242 A Shepherdess and her Flock, 1878-9 (oil on canvas) by Swan, John Macallan (1847-1910); 64.1x99 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherdess and her Flock. John Macallan Swan (1847-1910). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1878-9. 64.1 x 99cm); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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082011upload 1870s 1878 1879 Academi Academic Art Academic Style Agricultural Occupation Agricultural Worker Animal Herder Bare Feet Barefoot Direct Gaze Downcast Farm Worker Farmworker Feet Female Garment Flock Foot Group Of Animals Heartbroken Herder Herdman Herdsman Herdsmen Looking At Camera Medium Group Medium Group Of Animals Melancholia Melancholy Negative Concept Position Sheepdog Shepherdess Sitting On Floor Skirt Underneath Woman Alone Wooded 19th Century European Art Ethnic Origin John Macallan Swan Natural Space Portrait Style Portraiture Sadness Young Woman
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A Shepherdess and her Flock, 1878-9
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is a captivating oil painting by John Macallan Swan that beautifully captures the essence of rural life in the late nineteenth century. The composition depicts a young shepherdess seated on the forest floor, surrounded by a medium-sized group of sheep and her loyal sheepdog. Clad in traditional apparel, she gazes directly at the camera with an air of melancholy and sadness. The artist's academic style brings forth a sense of realism to this pastoral scene, highlighting both the beauty and hardships associated with agricultural occupations during that era. The woman's bare feet symbolize her connection to nature as she tends to her flock in this natural space. Swan skillfully uses light and shadow to create depth within the wooded landscape, emphasizing the tranquility and serenity found within these surroundings. The rich colors and intricate details further enhance our understanding of this moment frozen in time. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Swan's masterful technique while also providing insight into historical aspects such as clothing styles, rural landscapes, and human-animal relationships prevalent during this period. Overall, "A Shepherdess and her Flock" evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times while reminding us of the challenges faced by those who worked tirelessly on farms centuries ago. It serves as a poignant reminder of our connection to nature and the enduring bond between humans and animals.
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