1868
oil
canvas
From the collection of Kimbell Art Museum
Roe Deer at a Stream is a 1868 oil by Gustave Courbet, a Realism work, held at Kimbell Art Museum.
This painting shows a serene scene of deer by a stream. The deer, with their large ears and gentle eyes, are the main focus. They are standing in shallow water, surrounded by rocks and trees. In the background, a large rock formation rises up, covered in greenery. The overall atmosphere is one of peace and tranquility. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. If you want to learn more about the artist behind this beautiful painting, look up Gustave Courbet.
Jean Désiré Gustave Courbet (UK: KOOR-bay; US: koor-BAY; French: ; 10 June 1819 – 31 December 1877) was a French painter who led the Realism movement in 19th-century French painting.
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