Girard de Roussillon et sa femme Berthe 

Luc-Olivier Merson's "Girard de Roussillon et sa femme Berthe" is a monochromatic drawing that captures the simple life of a medieval couple. The scene takes place outside a humble, thatched-roof dwelling nestled amongst gnarled trees. A man, presumably Girard, works diligently with a shovel, while Berthe, his wife, sits nearby, engaged in a task. The composition is filled with a sense of quietude and solitude, reflecting the artist's interest in historical narratives and the daily lives of ordinary people.