Flock of Sheep

Flock of Sheep, a painting by Luca Giordano, dates from 1675-1680. It is housed in the Hermitage Museum. The painting measures 3.58 meters in width and 2.54 meters in height.

The artwork depicts a pastoral scene with a large flock of sheep, predominantly light-colored, gathered in a landscape. Several shepherds and shepherdesses are present, some tending to the sheep, others interacting amongst themselves. A woman in a reddish-brown dress is prominently featured in the left foreground, seemingly observing the scene. The background includes a muted landscape with hints of hills and a somewhat hazy sky. The overall palette is dark and earthy, with warm tones dominating the scene. The style is characteristic of Baroque painting, with a focus on movement and dramatic lighting.