Houses in Optevoz, France 1852

Charles François Daubigny's "Houses in Optevoz, France" is a plein air painting depicting a rural scene in France. The artwork showcases Daubigny's mastery of capturing light and atmosphere, highlighting the simple beauty of the countryside. The painting features two houses and a small stream, with a figure standing in the foreground, adding a sense of scale and human presence to the scene. Daubigny's work, which often explored the themes of nature and tranquility, is considered an important example of the Barbizon school of landscape painting. The painting is currently on display at The Art Institute of Chicago.