Wilhelm Hugo Rupprecht (German, 1881-1970) Pastoral Scene With Shepherd and Flock, Oil on Canvas, Signed Lower Left 35" X 47"

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This large-scale pastoral by German painter Wilhelm Hugo Rupprecht captures the enduring appeal of 19th-century Barbizon naturalism well into the … Read more This large-scale pastoral by German painter Wilhelm Hugo Rupprecht captures the enduring appeal of 19th-century Barbizon naturalism well into the 20th century. A shepherd, dressed in blue, guides his flock along a rustic path bordered by towering trees, with a cottage and rolling hills just visible in the background.



Rupprecht’s painterly technique combines Barbizon atmosphere with a more modern sense of light, balancing meticulous detail in the sheep and landscape with sweeping, luminous skies. The subject and composition closely echo the French school of Millet and Troyon, making this a natural fit for a collection focused on Barbizon and its followers.



Presented in an ornate gilt frame, this work has a commanding wall presence, measuring nearly 3 by 4 feet. The warm palette and timeless pastoral theme make it an ideal decorative focal point while also appealing to collectors of European Barbizon styled themes. See less