Halt at an Inn c. 1862 - 1863

"Halt at an Inn" (c. 1862-1863) by Ernest Meissonier depicts a group of riders taking a break at a rural inn. The scene is full of detail, showcasing Meissonier's meticulous realism. The figures, both human and animal, are rendered with precision, creating a sense of life and movement. The setting, a quaint inn with a timbered facade, adds to the picturesque charm of the composition. This painting exemplifies Meissonier's focus on capturing the everyday life of the 17th and 18th centuries, often with a military theme.