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Peasants and Cows [recto]

Eugène Boudin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a drawing of various sketches on a page. There are roughly sketched outlines of figures engaged in different actions throughout the page. The drawing includes seated and standing positions, with flowing lines suggesting movement of clothing. In the lower section, a cow is depicted standing next to one of the figures. The drawing is done with light pencil work, creating a spontaneous and quick sketching style, capturing fleeting moments or ideas. The overall composition is loose and sketch-like, rather than a finished piece.

Artwork Details

Date
1877
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4594 × 2922 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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