The heights above Sèvres. Enclosed pasture.
1867
oil
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
1867
oil
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
This painting shows a serene landscape with a few people and animals in a fenced field. The scene is set in a hilly area, with trees and bushes surrounding the field. In the distance, there's a body of water and more hills. The painting has a soft, muted color palette, with shades of green, brown, and gray dominating the scene. The brushstrokes are loose and expressive, giving the painting a sense of movement and energy. The painting's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and atmosphere, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. For more on this style of landscape painting, explore the works of Jean Baptiste Camille Corot.
