Cattle and Peasants Fording a Stream n.d.

"Cattle and Peasants Fording a Stream" is an etching by Jean-Jacques de Boissieu, a French artist known for his detailed landscapes and depictions of rural life. This print, created sometime in the late 18th or early 19th century, showcases Boissieu’s mastery of line and shadow, capturing the peaceful moment of a group of peasants and their cattle crossing a shallow stream. The composition is balanced, with the figures and animals arranged in a natural, yet purposeful way. The meticulous detail in the foliage and the landscape enhances the sense of tranquility, inviting viewers to contemplate the simple beauty of the countryside.