Artwork
Cock and Hens
Cock and Hens is a print by the Impressionist artist Charles Jacque. It dates from 1864 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Overview
Cock and Hens is a 1864 print by Charles-Émile Jacque, a French artist associated with the Barbizon School.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene scene of a rooster and hens in a farm yard, exemplifying the Barbizon School's emphasis on rural life and animal subjects.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Jacque's skill in engraving, a technique he honed during his seven years in the French Army, and employs chiaroscuro to create a quiet, contemplative atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Cock and Hens is part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection, reflecting the artist's contribution to the representation of rural France in 19th-century art.
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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.
