Artwork

Village of Bouron

Village of Bouron, by Eugène Ciceri, unspecified, 1852
Village of Bouron, by Eugène Ciceri, unspecified, 1852

Village of Bouron is an unspecified painting by the Barbizon school artist Eugène Ciceri. It dates from 1852 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.

About this work

Overview

Village of Bouron is a 1852 painting by Étienne Eugène Cicéri, a French artist known for his work in multiple mediums.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a rural village scene, capturing everyday life and the natural landscape. The scene is characterized by a white building with a brown roof, surrounded by trees and hills, and populated by a few figures.

Technique & Style

Cicéri's rendering is marked by a focus on light and shadow, with deep shadows cast by the buildings and trees. The palette ranges from warm tones in the buildings to cool tones in the sky, contributing to a nuanced atmospheric effect.

History & Provenance

Created during the Barbizon school movement, Village of Bouron reflects the movement's emphasis on naturalism and sensitivity to the landscape. The painting is now part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Eugène Ciceri

Artist

Eugène Ciceri

Étienne Eugène Cicéri (27 January 1813 – 20 April 1890) was a French painter, illustrator, engraver and theatrical designer.