Artwork

Le Moulin du vallon de Roche-Cardon

Le Moulin du vallon de Roche-Cardon, by Jean-Michel Grobon, oil, 1808
Le Moulin du vallon de Roche-Cardon, by Jean-Michel Grobon, oil, 1808

Le Moulin du vallon de Roche-Cardon is an oil painting by Jean-Michel Grobon. It dates from 1808 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.

About this work

Overview

Le Moulin du vallon de Roche-Cardon is an oil painting created by French artist Jean-Michel Grobon in 1808. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a tranquil rural scene: a man sits by a tree with two dogs, while a building with a water wheel is visible in the background. Another figure is seen peering out from a window, adding a sense of depth to the composition.

Technique & Style

Grobon's use of oil paint achieves a rich, textured quality. The work is characteristic of the Lyon School, known for landscapes and genre scenes, reflecting Grobon's association with this artistic movement.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jean-Michel Grobon

Artist

Jean-Michel Grobon

Jean-Michel Grobon (19 December 1770, in Lyon – 2 September 1853, in Lyon) was a French painter and engraver; primarily of landscapes and genre scenes. He is considered to be a major representative of the Lyon School.