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Mid-19th Century French Pastoral Oil Painting with Soldiers and Farmhouse Scene

$4,500
£3,426.66
€3,945.70
CA$6,376.90
A$6,859.26
CHF 3,665.79
MX$80,851.18
NOK 46,217.02
SEK 42,251.13
DKK 29,481.06

About the Item

Painted in France circa 1860, this finely executed oil on canvas captures a richly detailed pastoral genre scene typical of the Second Empire period. The lively composition depicts Napoleon III-era soldiers halting their horse-drawn carriage before a rustic farmhouse, as villagers go about their daily tasks, women hang linens, a farmer tends to livestock, and a small dog animates the foreground. The artist’s skill is evident in the vibrant palette, precise figural rendering, and the luminous sky that lends atmospheric depth to the landscape. Balancing military presence with the charm of rural life, the work reflects the romantic realism popular in France during the mid-19th century, influenced by painters such as Rosa Bonheur and Jules Dupré. Presented in its original carved giltwood frame with floral ornamentation, the painting remains in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, with beautifully preserved colors and surface texture. An elegant and historically resonant addition to a library, study, or salon, where its narrative richness and decorative appeal can be fully appreciated. Measures: 32″ W × 26″ H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 212-4761stDibs: LU951226518502

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