Orchard 1865

"Orchard" is an 1865 etching by the French artist Charles Jacque (1813-1894) which depicts a donkey resting in an orchard. Jacque is known for his depictions of rural life and animals, and this artwork is a fine example of that. The etching is a small, intimate work, with delicate lines and a sense of tranquility. The composition is simple, with the donkey in the foreground and the orchard trees in the background. This artwork is part of the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.