Visit to a Farm — The Roost, from "Le Magasin Pittoresque" 1848 - 1864

"Visit to a Farm — The Roost" is a detailed wood engraving by Charles Jacque, depicting a rural coop filled with chickens. The image is part of the periodical "Le Magasin Pittoresque", a French illustrated magazine popular in the mid-19th century. Jacque, known for his animal paintings, captured the quiet intimacy of farmyard life, contrasting the lively chickens with the still, rustic structures. This print, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, exemplifies Jacque's keen observation and skillful use of black and white to create a sense of texture and depth.