The Parable of the Good Shepherd
Medium
Engraving; fourth state of four
Dimensions
sheet: 8 3/4 x 11 9/16 in. (22.3 x 29.3 cm)
Classification
Prints
Department
Drawings and Prints
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Harris Brisbane Dick Fund, 1953
Accession Number
53.601.15(60)
Tags
Art Historical Context
Created around 1565, *The Parable of the Good Shepherd* a finely detailed engraving designed by Pieter Brgel the Elder and executed engraver Philips Galle Bruegel, celebrated for his keen observations of life and moral themes, interprets the biblical story from Gospel of John, in which Christ compares himself to a shepherd who protects his flock. The fourth state of this print captures a lively countryside scene populated by shepherds, animals, and modest houses, inviting viewers to reflect on themes of guidance and care. Printmaking was especially significant in the sixteenth century, allowi...