Artwork

Landscape with a Farmyard

Landscape with a Farmyard, by Adolphe-Félix Cals, oil, 1855
Landscape with a Farmyard, by Adolphe-Félix Cals, oil, 1855

Landscape with a Farmyard is an oil painting by the Plein Air artist Adolphe-Félix Cals. It dates from 1855 and is held in the collection of the Ashmolean Museum.

About this work

Overview

Landscape with a Farmyard is an oil painting by Adolphe-Félix Cals, dated to around 1855, and is part of the Ashmolean Museum's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a peaceful farmyard scene, with trees, a building, and chickens in the foreground, conveying a sense of serenity and tranquility.

Technique & Style

Cals' use of warm, golden light and loose brushstrokes creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer into the scene and imbuing it with a sense of spontaneity.

Artist & collection

Ashmolean Museum

Museum

Ashmolean Museum

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Frequently asked questions

Who painted Landscape with a Farmyard?

Landscape with a Farmyard was painted by Adolphe-Félix Cals in 1855.

Where can I see Landscape with a Farmyard?

Landscape with a Farmyard is held by Ashmolean Museum.

What movement is Landscape with a Farmyard?

Landscape with a Farmyard is associated with Plein Air.