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French Country Study: Two Boys Climbing a Tree

French Country Study: Two Boys Climbing a Tree, by Auguste Giraudon's Artist, 1870
French Country Study: Two Boys Climbing a Tree, by Auguste Giraudon's Artist, 1870

French Country Study: Two Boys Climbing a Tree is a photography by the Impressionist artist Auguste Giraudon's Artist. It dates from 1870 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

French Country Study: Two Boys Climbing a Tree is a black-and-white photograph created in 1870. It is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph depicts two boys in a grassy area, one climbing a tree while the other watches from below. Their attention is focused on the activity, not on each other, capturing a candid moment.

Technique & Style

The image features a blurry background with indistinct bushes, achieved through soft focus, giving it a snapshot-like quality. The style is reminiscent of movements that emphasize everyday life, such as Realism and Impressionism.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Cleveland Museum of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.