Artwork
The Cabbage Field (Le Champ de choux)
The Cabbage Field (Le Champ de choux) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Camille Pissarro. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:recto: below image at right in graphite in later hand: 4/6; at bottom left in graphite in later hand: D29; verso: none
- Markings
- Marked:recto: black-stamped below image at left: C. P. [Camille Pissarro, Lugt 613e]; verso: none
About this work
Overview
The Cabbage Field is a softground etching by Camille Pissarro, created around 1880. It is a print on laid paper, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing a serene landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts a field of cabbage plants with trees in the background, rendered in dark lines and varying shades of gray. Lighter tones suggest the presence of sunlight, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
Technique & Style
Pissarro employed softground etching with open-bite tone to achieve a range of textures and tonal values. The technique effectively captures the roughness of tree trunks and the texture of cabbage leaves, contributing to the overall simplicity and directness of the image.
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