Cayeux, Windmill in the Countryside, Morning 1890

Eugène Boudin, a renowned French painter known for his plein air landscapes, captured the beauty of a rural French countryside in his 1890 painting, “Windmill in the Countryside, Morning”. The painting showcases a windmill set against a backdrop of rolling hills, a cluster of houses, and a field of grazing cattle. The cloudy sky and the windmill's still blades suggest a morning scene, perhaps before the wind picks up. Boudin's signature style, emphasizing light and atmosphere, is evident in this artwork, which evokes a sense of tranquility and serenity.