A River Landscape 1766 - 1772

"A River Landscape" (1766-1772) by Edmé Charles de Lioux de Savignac is a miniature painting on ivory housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The circular composition showcases a picturesque river scene, likely inspired by the artist’s travels through the French countryside. The detailed brushstrokes bring to life the flowing river, a large willow tree, and figures engaged in various activities along the water’s edge. The painting exemplifies the popularity of landscape paintings in the 18th century, a trend that celebrated the beauty and tranquility of nature.