Artwork
Bergerie
Bergerie is an oil painting by the Realist artist Charles Jacque. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina.
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Overview
Bergerie is an oil painting by Charles Jacque, a French artist associated with the Barbizon School. Created around 1850, it exemplifies the Realist style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tranquil scene of sheep in a rustic setting, conveying a sense of calm and serenity. The sheep are the main focus, surrounded by straw and hay, inviting the viewer to appreciate the simple aspects of rural life.
Technique & Style
Jacque's use of color and lighting creates a warm atmosphere, while visible brushstrokes add texture to the work. The artist's technique draws attention to the sheep, emphasizing their tranquility.
History & Provenance
Bergerie is part of the collection at the National Museum of Fine Arts in Buenos Aires. Jacque, who initially worked as a map engraver and served in the French Army, focused his career on pastoral subjects.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Charles-Émile Jacque (23 May 1813 – 7 May 1894) was a French painter of Pastoralism and engraver who was, with Jean-François Millet, part of the Barbizon School. He first learned to engrave maps when he spent seven years in the French Army.
Museum
National Museum of Fine Arts, Argentina
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