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Through the arched, vine-covered trellis, we see a pastoral scene. A figure is reclining against a rustic structure covered with climbing plants with yellow flowers. In the background, there is a flock of sheep and two cows being led by a figure. The sky displays muted purples and pinks, transitioning into evening, while the grass and foliage are depicted in rich greens and browns. The brushwork combines fine details for plants and figures with broader strokes for the sky and landscape, creating a harmonious composition.

The Sleeping Shepherd; Early Morning

Samuel Palmer (British, 1805 - 1881)

1857 · etching, hand-colored with watercolor and opaque white with gold highlights

National Gallery of Art · Rosenwald Collection

Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0)

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