A Cowherd at Valhermeil, Auvers-sur-Oise by Charles-François Daubigny
Description: A Cowherd at Valhermeil, Auvers-sur-Oise by Charles-François Daubigny, painted in 1860, illustrates a pastoral scene typical of Daubigny's work. The painting depicts a cowherd tending to his cattle in the serene countryside of Valhermeil, a rural area near Auvers-sur-Oise. The composition focuses on the everyday life of the cowherd, with a backdrop of rolling fields and distant trees. Daubigny's use of earthy tones and loose brushwork captures the tranquil essence of rural life and the natural beauty of the landscape. This work reflects his affiliation with the Barbizon School, which emphasized naturalism and plein air painting.
Charles-François Daubigny was a central figure in the Barbizon School, known for his landscape paintings that often portrayed rural scenes with a sense of realism and intimacy. His work influenced later movements, including Impressionism.
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Location and Date Created: 1860, France.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: A Cowherd at Valhermeil, Auvers-sur-Oise.
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Artwork Style: Barbizon School.
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Current Location: Typically found in French art collections or museums.
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Subject/Topic: The painting shows a cowherd in a rural setting, highlighting everyday life and natural beauty in the French countryside.
