The sculpture depicts a sheep grazing with its head bent downwards towards the ground. It showcases detailed features like the textured wool and the distinctive shape of the animal's head. Crafted from a dark bronze or metallic material, the sculpture has a subtle sheen. The material's rich texture and color highlight the sheep's body contours, giving it a lifelike appearance. The sculpture is placed on an oval base that mimics the texture of the ground, enhancing the naturalistic representation of the sheep.

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Ewe, or A Grazing Sheep

sculptor Rosa Bonheur (French, 1822 - 1899)

model second half 19th century

Medium: bronze
Classification: Sculpture
Dimensions: height: 13.97 cm, 4 lb. (5 1/2 in., 1.814 kg)
Culture: French
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line: Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Little Ones profiles and older: it shows gentle subjects for the very young. How works are placed

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