The Good Shepherd
ca. 1675 - 1682
Murillo brings a tender, human touch to this classic religious subject, depicting Jesus not as a distant deity but as a barefoot, curly-haired boy tending his flock. The young shepherd gazes upward with an expression of pure devotion, his staff held high while one hand gently rests on a fluffy white sheep. Painted during the Spanish Baroque period, the work is famous for its soft, glowing light and the artist's signature ability to make holy figures look incredibly sweet and approachable. It's a perfect example of how Murillo could make the divine feel like a neighbor kid you'd want to share a snack with.
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