The Flood-Gate at Optevoz 1859

"The Flood-Gate at Optevoz" (1859) by Charles François Daubigny is a landscape painting depicting a serene river scene. The work is known for its loose brushstrokes and Impressionistic qualities, capturing the light and atmosphere of a rural French setting. Daubigny, a leading member of the Barbizon school, frequently painted landscapes in the Fontainebleau forest and along the Seine River, favoring a plein-air approach. The painting's soft, muted colors and gentle forms convey a sense of peace and tranquility, typical of Daubigny's style.