Peasants Bringing Home a Calf Born in the Fields
1864
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1864
oil
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
A woman carries a newborn calf across her shoulders. Her skirt drags in the dirt. A man walks beside her, holding a lantern that throws long shadows. Millet painted rural life with quiet respect. He made ordinary moments feel important. The calf looks small and fragile in the dim light. Next time you're in Chicago, look for this painting at the Art Institute of Chicago.
