Etude d’oies c. 1870s

"Etude d’oies" is a simple yet striking pencil sketch by the esteemed Impressionist Camille Pissarro. This work, created in the 1870s, captures the essence of geese in a minimalist style. Pissarro's deft use of lines and shading brings life to the birds, hinting at their movement and form. The sketch's simplicity and focus on the subject matter showcase Pissarro's mastery of observation and his ability to capture fleeting moments of nature. This drawing exemplifies the Impressionist movement's focus on capturing the immediacy of perception.