This landscape painting by Louis Carrand (1821–1899), a notable Lyonnais painter, depicts a tranquil rural scene with a village nestled into the hills. The painting captures a pastoral atmosphere, with soft sunlight casting long shadows over a green pasture where livestock peacefully graze. Carrand’s technique reflects his plein-air approach, honed by years of painting in the French countryside around Lyon and Bresse. His brushstrokes, reminiscent of post-Impressionist influences, skillfully capture the interplay of light and texture in this serene landscape.
Carrand, a student of Nicolas Fonville (1805-1856), developed his career during a time of financial hardship after his father’s bankruptcy. Despite this, he exhibited frequently at the Salon de Lyon, gaining recognition for his landscapes, often painted on modest materials like wood and cardboard. His work has been displayed in prestigious institutions such as the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon and the Musée d'Orsay.
The painting is framed in a gilded frame adorned with elaborate floral motifs, enhancing the rustic elegance of the scene. The intricate sculptural details of the frame, coupled with the serene composition, make this piece a quintessential example of Carrand's late 19th-century work, celebrated for its vivid depiction of the French rural landscape.
Light wear.
Approx. overall 25¼" high x 34¾" x 3½"
Approx. overall 64cm high x 88cm x 9cm
