La Côte Saint André 1880

"La Côte Saint André" is a watercolor painting by Johan Barthold Jongkind, dating back to 1880. The artwork features a serene landscape with a flock of sheep grazing in a field. The sky is a dominant element in the composition, showcasing a vast expanse of clouds painted in a light blue hue. This artwork is an example of Jongkind's mastery in capturing the atmospheric effects of light and color, a signature of his artistic style. Jongkind, a Dutch-born painter, is known for his landscapes and his contribution to the development of Impressionism. His depiction of the simple scene of a flock of sheep under the expansive sky evokes a sense of tranquility and the beauty of everyday life.