Home > Arts > Artists > G > John Grabill
The shepherd and flock On FE & MV R'y in Dakota, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill. The shepherd and flock On FE & MV R'y in Dakota, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Heritage Images
The shepherd and flock On FE & MV R'y in Dakota, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill. The shepherd and flock On FE & MV R'y in Dakota, 1891. Creator: John C. H. Grabill
The shepherd and flock On FE & MV R'y in Dakota, 1891. Flock of sheep at pond of water
Heritage Images features heritage image collections
Media ID 35131605
© Heritage Art/Heritage Images
American West Cattle Farm Animal Farm Animals Flock Frontier Grabill Grabill John C H Herd John C John C H Grabill Livestock Livestock Farming Pond Sheep South Dakota United States Of America Water Surface Waterhole Watering Hole Meeting Of Frontiers
FEATURES IN THESE COLLECTIONS
> Animals
> Farm
> Cattle
> Related Images
> Animals
> Farm
> Related Images
> Animals
> Farm
> Sheep
> Related Images
> Animals
> Mammals
> Bovidae
> Cattle
> Animals
> Mammals
> Bovidae
> Sheep
> Arts
> Artists
> G
> John Grabill
> Arts
> Artists
> W
> John White
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Photography
> Portraits
> Arts
> Contemporary art
> Portraits
> Portrait photography
> Arts
> Portraits
> Animal portraiture
> Fine art photography
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, titled "The Shepherd and Flock on FE & MV R'y in Dakota, 1891," captures a moment in the American West during the 1890s. Taken by renowned photographer John C.H. Grabill, the image presents a scene of tranquility and hard work on the frontier. The image showcases a shepherd in the foreground, with a calm expression on his face as he watches over his flock of sheep. They have gathered around a pond, quenching their thirst and providing a refreshing respite from the arid landscape. The shepherd's attire, complete with a wide-brimmed hat and worn boots, speaks to the rugged nature of rural life in the late 19th century. The setting is the picturesque Dakota Territory in the United States, where agriculture and livestock farming were essential industries. The meeting of the frontiers of civilization and wilderness is encapsulated in this image, with the geographical feature of the pond serving as a vital water source for both the livestock and the photographer's composition. Grabill's masterful use of light and shadow creates a striking contrast between the white sheep and the dark water surface, further emphasizing the importance of water in the arid environment. This historic photograph is a testament to the heritage of American agriculture and the enduring bond between humans and their livestock.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
