Who painted Four Hours of the Day: Noon?

Four Hours of the Day: Noon was painted by Adrien Lavieille in 1860.

Where can I see Four Hours of the Day: Noon?

Four Hours of the Day: Noon is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Four Hours of the Day: Noon?

Four Hours of the Day: Noon is associated with Impressionism.

Can I buy a print of Four Hours of the Day: Noon?

Museum-quality prints of Four Hours of the Day: Noon are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Four Hours of the Day: Noon

Adrien Lavieille , 1860

Four Hours of the Day: Noon is a print by the Impressionist artist Adrien Lavieille. It dates from 1860 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1923.581.2
Credit line: Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund

About this work

Overview

Four Hours of the Day: Noon is a print by Adrien Lavieille, created in 1860, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a sheepdog guiding three sheep across a grassy field, capturing a moment of pastoral activity. The scene conveys a sense of movement and everyday rural life.

Technique & Style

Loose, quick lines characterize the print, conveying a sense of motion and spontaneity. The sketch-like quality gives the scene a real yet slightly dreamy feel, as if capturing a moment in progress.