Deer in a Snowy Landscape 1867

Gustave Courbet's "Deer in a Snowy Landscape" (1867) depicts a serene winter scene with two deer standing by a stream in a snowy forest. Courbet, a leading figure in the Realism movement, emphasized a direct observation of nature in his works, which often featured rural landscapes and everyday life. This painting showcases his ability to capture the stark beauty of a wintry scene, with the delicate brushstrokes capturing the texture of snow and the subtle details of the foliage. The painting is currently housed in the Daniel Malingue Gallery in Paris, France.