Artwork
Rising Moon (Lever de lune)
Rising Moon (Lever de lune) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles François Daubigny. It dates from 1861 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Rising Moon (Lever de lune) is an etching created by Charles-François Daubigny in 1861. It depicts a serene rural scene at dusk.
Subject & Meaning
The scene features a lone figure herding sheep towards a stream, surrounded by trees and ducks. The title suggests the impending appearance of the moon, though it remains unseen, capturing a moment of transition in a peaceful landscape.
Technique & Style
Daubigny used fine lines to create textured, almost three-dimensional effects in the grass and trees. As an accomplished etcher, he employed this technique to convey the subtleties of natural light and atmosphere.
Context
Daubigny was associated with the Barbizon school and influenced early Impressionism. His work often explored the interplay of light and landscape, reflecting his interest in capturing the fleeting effects of the natural world.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-François Daubigny ( DOH-bin-yee, US: DOH-been-YEE, doh-BEEN-yee, French: ; 15 February 1817 – 19 February 1878) was a French painter, one of the members of the Barbizon school, and is considered an important precursor of…
