Artwork
Stable
Stable is a print by the Impressionist artist Charles Jacque. It dates from 1859 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Stable is a 1859 print by Charles-Émile Jacque, a French artist associated with the Barbizon School.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dimly lit farm stable with sheep gathered around a trough and a person holding hay near a ladder, capturing a quiet moment in rural life.
Technique & Style
Rendered in black and white, the work focuses on naturalistic detail, showcasing Jacque's skill in capturing the textures of rough walls and the gentle interaction of the animals, characteristic of the Realism movement.
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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.
