Poultry
1855
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1855
oil
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a few chickens standing on a wooden floor. The light hits their feathers just right, making the feathers look soft and real. You can almost feel the rough wood under their feet. Bocion painted this in 1855. He studied with other artists, but this work feels fresh. It’s not just about the chickens—it’s about how light plays on simple things. Look up this artist’s name next: Bocion, François.
