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Stags at the Waterside
Stags at the Waterside is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Charles François Daubigny. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
Stags at the Waterside is a print created by Charles-François Daubigny in 1850 using etching and roulette techniques. It is a representative work of the artist, known for his landscapes and association with the Barbizon school.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene forest scene by a river, with stags nearby. The composition features tall, slender trees with intertwined branches, calm water, and a distant path or road. The scene reflects Daubigny's interest in rural and wildlife subjects.
Technique & Style
Daubigny employed fine lines and texture to create a three-dimensional effect in the print. The use of etching and roulette allowed for detailed rendering of leaves, bark, and water. The trees are depicted as leaning slightly, suggesting a gentle breeze.
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Artist
Charles-François Daubigny ( DOH-bin-yee, US: DOH-been-YEE, doh-BEEN-yee, French: ; 15 February 1817 – 19 February 1878) was a French painter, one of the members of the Barbizon school, and is considered an important precursor of…
