February from Album of Rustic Subjects 1859

“February” from the “Album of Rustic Subjects” is a black and white etching by French artist Charles Jacque, created in 1859. This artwork is a depiction of a winter scene with a group of figures in a forest, one of whom rides a horse. This etching showcases Jacque's masterful ability to render natural elements with detail and nuance. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of Jacque's skill in capturing the quiet beauty and solemnity of the natural world.