The Donkeys at the Hill of the Cailles

1875

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

The Donkeys at the Hill of the Cailles is a 1875 by Félix-Hilaire Buhot, a Impressionism work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Félix-Hilaire Buhot
When & what style?: 1875 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This print shows a quiet street scene with two donkeys resting under a small umbrella. A person sits nearby, shaded from what looks like a light rain. In the background, a few buildings and a lone figure walking with a dog are barely visible through the misty air. The artist used quick, sketchy lines to suggest movement and texture, like rain on the ground. The donkeys’ shapes are simple but full of character, and the umbrella adds a touch of everyday life. If you like this style, check out Realism for more works that focus on ordinary moments.