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Driving the Flock, 1877 (oil on canvas)
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Driving the Flock, 1877 (oil on canvas)
LMG109125 Driving the Flock, 1877 (oil on canvas) by Linnell, John (1792-1882); 71.1x99 cm; Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; eLeeds Museums and Galleries; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23255974
© Leeds Museums and Galleries / Bridgeman Images
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Driving the Flock, 1877
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is a captivating oil painting by John Linnell that beautifully captures the essence of rural life in the late 19th century. The scene depicts a serene countryside landscape with rolling hills and lush green fields stretching as far as the eye can see. In the foreground, a shepherd stands tall, his trusty dog faithfully by his side, as he guides a flock of sheep along their path. The painting exudes a sense of tranquility and harmony between man and nature. The shepherd's weathered face reflects years of hard work and dedication to his craft, while his walking stick serves both as support and symbolizes his authority over the flock. Behind him, we catch glimpses of what appears to be his family - perhaps wife or children - lending an air of familial unity to this pastoral scene. Linnell's masterful use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to every element in the composition. Each stroke on canvas brings forth intricate details such as individual blades of grass swaying gently in the breeze or sunlight filtering through leaves on distant trees. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Linnell's artistic prowess even today. It invites us into a world where simplicity reigns supreme; where man finds solace amidst nature's beauty; where generations come together in pursuit of livelihoods tied closely to land and animals. As we gaze upon "Driving the Flock" we are transported back in time, reminded that there is profound beauty
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