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Herding the Cows at Dusk (Vachère le soir)

Camille Pissarro

1890

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Herding the Cows at Dusk (Vachère le soir) is a 1890 by Camille Pissarro, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Camille Pissarro
When & what style?: 1890 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of a cowherd guiding a group of cows along a winding path at dusk. The cowherd, dressed in dark attire, walks at the front of the procession, while the cows follow closely behind. The path stretches across the center of the composition, flanked by trees and fields that fade into the soft, hazy light of the setting sun. The artist's use of monotype on laid paper creates a sense of texture and depth, with the rough paper visible beneath the ink. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to step into the peaceful world of the painting. For more information on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, explore the works of Pissarro, Camille.