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Sheepherder Collection

At Fowl House Farm in Witley, amidst the picturesque countryside, a heartwarming scene unfolds

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Lamb, 1789 (hand-coloured relief-etching, watercolour)

The Lamb, 1789 (hand-coloured relief-etching, watercolour)
985824 The Lamb, 1789 (hand-coloured relief-etching, watercolour) by Blake, William (1757-1827); 19.8x12.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lamb. Plate 7 from Songs of Innocence)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Fowl House Farm, Witley, with Children, a Shepherd and a Flock of Sheep Nearby, (pencil

Fowl House Farm, Witley, with Children, a Shepherd and a Flock of Sheep Nearby, (pencil
659831 Fowl House Farm, Witley, with Children, a Shepherd and a Flock of Sheep Nearby, (pencil, watercolour and bodycolour) by Foster

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Shepherd, (oil on canvas)

Shepherd, (oil on canvas)
822814 Shepherd, (oil on canvas) by Sharp, Joseph Henry (1859-1953); 80.7x127.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shepherd. Joseph Henry Sharp (1859-1953). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd Weeping on a Tomb Erected to a Gnat, 1808 (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd Weeping on a Tomb Erected to a Gnat, 1808 (oil on canvas)
1195488 A Shepherd Weeping on a Tomb Erected to a Gnat, 1808 (oil on canvas) by Boisselier, Felix (1776-1811); 178.1x146.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Boisselier)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Frozen Sheepherder, 1900 (oil on canvas)

The Frozen Sheepherder, 1900 (oil on canvas)
650437 The Frozen Sheepherder, 1900 (oil on canvas) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 69.6x101.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Frozen Sheepherder. Frederic Remington (1861-1909)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Sheep Lane near Woburn, Bedfordshire, (pencil and watercolour)

A Sheep Lane near Woburn, Bedfordshire, (pencil and watercolour)
652080 A Sheep Lane near Woburn, Bedfordshire, (pencil and watercolour) by Stannard, Henry John Sylvester (1870-1951); 25.4x35.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sheep Lane near Woburn)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Nativity with the Adoration of the Magi and Shepherds

The Nativity with the Adoration of the Magi and Shepherds
1767243 The Nativity with the Adoration of the Magi and Shepherds, an Andean Landscape Beyond (oil and gold paint on canvas) by Peruvian School (18th century)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Nativity, with the Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Distance, (tempera on panel)

The Nativity, with the Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Distance, (tempera on panel)
990265 The Nativity, with the Annunciation to the Shepherds in the Distance, (tempera on panel) by Benvenuto di Giovanni, (1436-c.1518); 56.5x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Nativity)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Return of the Flock, (oil on canvas)

Return of the Flock, (oil on canvas)
989977 Return of the Flock, (oil on canvas) by Mauve, Anton (1838-88); 65.4x96.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Return of the Flock. Anton Mauve (1838-1888). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Homeward Bound, (watercolour and gouache on cream paper)

Homeward Bound, (watercolour and gouache on cream paper)
989976 Homeward Bound, (watercolour and gouache on cream paper) by Mauve, Anton (1838-88); 47.7x69.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Homeward Bound. Anton Mauve (1838-1888)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd and his Sheep with Geese Beyond, 1896 (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd and his Sheep with Geese Beyond, 1896 (oil on canvas)
659100 A Shepherd and his Sheep with Geese Beyond, 1896 (oil on canvas) by Wentorf, Carl Christian Ferdinand (1863-1914); 80.3x120.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Danish

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Portrait of the Artist and Thomas Jervais as Adoring Shepherds, (oil on canvas)

Portrait of the Artist and Thomas Jervais as Adoring Shepherds, (oil on canvas)
652130 Portrait of the Artist and Thomas Jervais as Adoring Shepherds, (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 105.4x89.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd Piping on a Knoll, a Dog and his Flock Nearby, (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd Piping on a Knoll, a Dog and his Flock Nearby, (oil on canvas)
827649 A Shepherd Piping on a Knoll, a Dog and his Flock Nearby, (oil on canvas) by Wtewael, Peter (1596-1660); 106.7x139.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherd Piping on a Knoll)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd tending his Flock, (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd tending his Flock, (oil on canvas)
989276 A Shepherd tending his Flock, (oil on canvas) by Jacque, Charles Emile (1813-94); 46x38.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherd tending his Flock. Charles Emile Jacque (1813-1894)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Shepherd with Sheep, 1888 (detrempe on linen laid down on canvas)

Shepherd with Sheep, 1888 (detrempe on linen laid down on canvas)
988886 Shepherd with Sheep, 1888 (detrempe on linen laid down on canvas) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 22.2x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shepherd with Sheep; Berger avec Moutons)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Adoration of the Shepherds (oil on canvas)

The Adoration of the Shepherds (oil on canvas)
990223 The Adoration of the Shepherds (oil on canvas) by Sustris, Friedrich (c.1540-99); 115.5x96.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Adoration of the Shepherds)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Good Shepherd, (black and red chalk)

The Good Shepherd, (black and red chalk)
659179 The Good Shepherd, (black and red chalk) by Murillo, Bartolome Esteban (1618-82); 33.6x23.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Good Shepherd. Bartolome Esteban Murillo (1618-1682)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Arabian Shepherd and His Flock, (oil on canvas)

Arabian Shepherd and His Flock, (oil on canvas)
651048 Arabian Shepherd and His Flock, (oil on canvas) by Fisher, Mark (1841-1923); 55x67 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabian Shepherd and His Flock. Mark Fisher (1841-1923). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Cheese-Wring, Cornwall (engraving)

Cheese-Wring, Cornwall (engraving)
729166 Cheese-Wring, Cornwall (engraving) by Prout, Samuel (1783-1852) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cheese-Wring, Cornwall)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Syrian Shepherd, 1865 (oil on cradled panel)

The Syrian Shepherd, 1865 (oil on cradled panel)
989598 The Syrian Shepherd, 1865 (oil on cradled panel) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 45.7x83.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Syrian Shepherd; Le Berger Syrien)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Pastoral Landscape with a Shepherd and Shepherdess seated by Ruins, (oil on canvas)

A Pastoral Landscape with a Shepherd and Shepherdess seated by Ruins, (oil on canvas)
990209 A Pastoral Landscape with a Shepherd and Shepherdess seated by Ruins, (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 82.8x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: An Extensive View of Dover and Dover Castle (oil on canvas)

An Extensive View of Dover and Dover Castle (oil on canvas)
824244 An Extensive View of Dover and Dover Castle (oil on canvas) by Nelson, Arthur (fl.1766-90); 123.2x171.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Extensive View of Dover and Dover Castle)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Shepherd and Sheep; Berger et Moutons, 1890 (pencil and gouache on silk laid down on card

Shepherd and Sheep; Berger et Moutons, 1890 (pencil and gouache on silk laid down on card
826202 Shepherd and Sheep; Berger et Moutons, 1890 (pencil and gouache on silk laid down on card) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 55.2x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd Playing the Pipes (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd Playing the Pipes (oil on canvas)
827965 A Shepherd Playing the Pipes (oil on canvas) by Baeck, Johan (c.1600-54); 76.5x63.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherd Playing the Pipes. Johan Baeck (c.1600-1654). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper

Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper
650547 Flock of Sheep, Houghton Farm, 1878 (watercolour, brush and black ink and pencil on paper) by Homer, Winslow (1836-1910); 22.2x28.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flock of Sheep)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Illuminated historiated initial N, depicting a nativity scene

Illuminated historiated initial N, depicting a nativity scene
986154 Illuminated historiated initial N, depicting a nativity scene, 1410 (cut from choir book) by Camaldolese, Don Simone (fl.1381-1426); 37.5x29.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: View of Boston, (oil on canvas)

View of Boston, (oil on canvas)
985018 View of Boston, (oil on canvas) by Cole, Thomas (1801-1848); 86.3x119.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: View of Boston. Thomas Cole (1801-1848). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Changing Pastures, Evening, (oil on canvas)

Changing Pastures, Evening, (oil on canvas)
658322 Changing Pastures, Evening, (oil on canvas) by Farquharson, Joseph (1846-1935); 101.7x152.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Changing Pastures, Evening. Joseph Farquharson (1846-1935)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Young Man Dressed as an Arcadian Shepherd (oil on canvas)

A Young Man Dressed as an Arcadian Shepherd (oil on canvas)
1766805 A Young Man Dressed as an Arcadian Shepherd (oil on canvas) by Fabre, Francois Xavier (1766-1837); 70x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Young Man Dressed as an Arcadian Shepherd)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd and a Shepherdess in Dalliance in a Wooded Landscape, 1761 (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd and a Shepherdess in Dalliance in a Wooded Landscape, 1761 (oil on canvas)
990133 A Shepherd and a Shepherdess in Dalliance in a Wooded Landscape, 1761 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 78x65.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Motherless-The Shepherds Pet, 1897 (oil on canvas)

Motherless-The Shepherds Pet, 1897 (oil on canvas)
989781 Motherless-The Shepherds Pet, 1897 (oil on canvas) by Hunt, Walter (1861-1941); 76.2x114.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Motherless-The Shepherds Pet. Walter Hunt (1861-1941)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd and his Flock on a Path in Winter, (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd and his Flock on a Path in Winter, (oil on canvas)
989690 A Shepherd and his Flock on a Path in Winter, (oil on canvas) by Barker, Wright (1864-1941); 71.8x91.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherd and his Flock on a Path in Winter)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Adoration of the Shepherds, (oil on canvas)

Adoration of the Shepherds, (oil on canvas)
988079 Adoration of the Shepherds, (oil on canvas) by Miguel de Berrio, Gaspar (1706-62); 82.5x100.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Adoration of the Shepherds)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd with his Flock, 1914 (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd with his Flock, 1914 (oil on canvas)
827485 A Shepherd with his Flock, 1914 (oil on canvas) by Zugel, Heinrich Johann von (1850-1941); 90.2x122.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherd with his Flock)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Between Gardens, (oil on panel)

Between Gardens, (oil on panel)
827290 Between Gardens, (oil on panel) by Zugel, Heinrich Johann von (1850-1941); 57.1x40.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Between Gardens. Heinrich Johann von Zugel (1850-1941). Oil on panel

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd Boy Listening to a Magpie, and Three Sheep

A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd Boy Listening to a Magpie, and Three Sheep
652133 A Wooded Landscape with a Shepherd Boy Listening to a Magpie, and Three Sheep, (oil on canvas) by Dupont, Gainsborough (1754-97); 190.5x137.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Golden Sunset, (oil on canvas)

Golden Sunset, (oil on canvas)
651037 Golden Sunset, (oil on canvas) by Inness, George Snr. (1825-94); 46x30.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Golden Sunset. George Inness, Sr. (1825-1894). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Adoration of the Shepherds, (oil on canvas)

The Adoration of the Shepherds, (oil on canvas)
659333 The Adoration of the Shepherds, (oil on canvas) by Clerck, Hendrik de (1570-1629); 209.5x146.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Adoration of the Shepherds)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Portrait of a Young Boy as a Shepherd, Standing Full Length

Portrait of a Young Boy as a Shepherd, Standing Full Length
659282 Portrait of a Young Boy as a Shepherd, Standing Full Length, in a Landscape (oil on canvas) by Cuyp, Jacob Gerritsz (1594-1651) (circle of)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd and his Flock, 1862 (oil on panel)

A Shepherd and his Flock, 1862 (oil on panel)
658558 A Shepherd and his Flock, 1862 (oil on panel) by Verboeckhoven, Eugene Joseph (1798-1881); 26.7x43 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Shepherd and his Flock)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Deauville, 1870-1874 (oil on canvas)

Deauville, 1870-1874 (oil on canvas)
656324 Deauville, 1870-1874 (oil on canvas) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 55x82 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Deauville. Eugene Boudin (1824-1898). Oil on canvas. Painted 1870-1874

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel, (pencil and coloured crayon)

Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel, (pencil and coloured crayon)
658580 Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel, (pencil and coloured crayon) by Khnopff, Fernand (1858-1921); 27x27 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Angel; L Ange de Noel)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: The Rendevous, (oil on canvas)

The Rendevous, (oil on canvas)
658362 The Rendevous, (oil on canvas) by Bromley, William III (c.1815-c.88); 35.6x45.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Rendevous. William Bromley (fl.1835-1888). Oil on canvas

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Poster advertising Hyeres, France, 1900 (colour lithograph)

Poster advertising Hyeres, France, 1900 (colour lithograph)
1197886 Poster advertising Hyeres, France, 1900 (colour lithograph) by Alesi, Hugo d (1849-1906); 105x76 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Six Gopis, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on black cotton)

Six Gopis, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on black cotton)
1196827 Six Gopis, c. 1800 (gouache with gold paint on black cotton) by Indian School, (18th century); 203x242 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian, out of copyright

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Evening; A Landscape with Cattle returning Home, (oil on canvas)

Evening; A Landscape with Cattle returning Home, (oil on canvas)
824194 Evening; A Landscape with Cattle returning Home, (oil on canvas) by Gainsborough, Thomas (1727-88); 97.8x125.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageSheepherder Collection: A Shepherd with his Flock in a Winter Landscape, 1919 (oil on canvas)

A Shepherd with his Flock in a Winter Landscape, 1919 (oil on canvas)
1199488 A Shepherd with his Flock in a Winter Landscape, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Barker, Wright (1864-1941); 91.4x121.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageSheepherder Collection: Exit of the Herd of Chailly Street; Sortie du troupeau du rue Chailly

Exit of the Herd of Chailly Street; Sortie du troupeau du rue Chailly
1769857 Exit of the Herd of Chailly Street; Sortie du troupeau du rue Chailly, 1904 (oil on canvas) by Lhermitte, Leon Augustin (1844-1925); 95.3x121.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)



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At Fowl House Farm in Witley, amidst the picturesque countryside, a heartwarming scene unfolds. Children playfully frolic around as a shepherd tends to his flock of sheep nearby. This idyllic setting is reminiscent of "The Lamb, " an exquisite hand-coloured relief-etching from 1789 that captures the innocence and beauty of these gentle creatures. In contrast, "A Shepherd Weeping on a Tomb Erected to a Gnat" portrays the shepherd's sorrow over even the smallest loss, depicted with poignant brushstrokes on canvas in 1808. The emotional depth conveyed in this oil painting reminds us of the profound connection between humans and animals. Fast forward to "The Frozen Sheepherder" painted in 1900; it freezes time itself as we witness the resilience and determination of a shepherd braving harsh winter conditions to protect their flock. The artist skillfully captures every frost-covered detail on canvas, showcasing both nature's unforgiving power and human dedication. Moving away from frozen landscapes, "A Sheep Lane near Woburn" transports us to Bedfordshire through delicate pencil lines infused with watercolour hues. It invites us into an enchanting pastoral world where shepherds guide their woolly companions along peaceful lanes. Religious themes intertwine with shepherding imagery in masterpieces like "The Nativity with the Adoration of Magi and Shepherds. " This tempera-on-panel artwork depicts humble shepherds witnessing divine miracles unfold before them—a testament to faith and humility captured by skilled hands centuries ago. "The Return of the Flock, " portrayed vividly on canvas through bold brushstrokes, celebrates unity after separation—sheep joyously reuniting under their watchful guardian's care. Similarly uplifting is "Homeward Bound, " rendered delicately using watercolour and gouache techniques on cream paper—an ethereal depiction that evokes tranquility as sheep journey back to their cozy abode.