Landscape of Franche Comté 

Gustave Courbet's "Landscape of Franche Comté" depicts a dramatic cliff face in the French region, characteristic of his Realist style. Courbet, known for his celebration of everyday life and the natural world, utilized thick brushstrokes and a limited palette, capturing the rugged beauty of the landscape. The painting, currently housed in the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, showcases Courbet's mastery of light and shadow, bringing the scene to life. His focus on detail and authenticity, combined with the stark naturalism, makes the landscape feel raw and immediate.