A Goat, a Ewe, and a Ram

c. 1597

Adriaen Collaert

Associated Names
Adriaen Collaert

Artist, Flemish, Flemish, 1560 - 1618

This detailed engraving features an elevated point of view, showing a landscape with animals in the foreground. Three livestock animals—a goat, a sheep, and a ram—are intricately depicted. In the background, a river flows with figures in boats. The horizon showcases a cityscape on hills extending to mountain fortifications. The distant city has spires and domes suggesting a bustling metropolis. The monochromatic image uses varying line density for depth and texture, creating a harmonious visual effect. Rocky cliffs to the right show paths and figures, adding a dynamic element to the tranquil scene.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    plate: 12.2 × 19 cm (4 13/16 × 7 1/2 in.)
    sheet: 12.7 × 19.3 cm (5 × 7 5/8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1972.28.83

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    New Hollstein, no. 1475, State i/iii

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

(Lucien Goldschmidt, Inc., New York); purchased by the NGA, 1972.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

1993

  • The New Hollstein Dutch & Flemish Etchings, Engravings and Woodcuts, 1450-1700. (Collaert Dynasty, Ann Diels and Marjolein Leesburg, authors). Rotterdam: Sound & Vision Interactive, 1996-, no. 1475, state i/iii.

Wikidata ID

Q65564301

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