Herds Crossing a Stream 1877

"Herds Crossing a Stream" is a pencil sketch by Eugène Boudin, a prominent French painter known for his plein air landscapes. Created in 1877, the artwork captures a scene of a herd of cattle crossing a stream, with figures and trees visible in the background. Boudin's quick, loose strokes and emphasis on light and atmosphere are characteristic of his style, which influenced Impressionist artists like Claude Monet. This sketch, measuring 8.4 x 13.3 cm, reveals Boudin's masterful ability to capture the essence of a scene with economy of means.