The Fence at Marnat 1915

"The Fence at Marnat" is a 1915 oil painting by French artist Émilie Charmy (1878-1974). The painting depicts a garden scene with a fence in the foreground and a house partially obscured by trees in the background. Charmy's loose brushwork and vibrant colors capture the essence of the landscape, suggesting a sense of peace and tranquility. The artist's focus on the fence, a simple but ubiquitous feature of rural life, highlights her interest in the everyday objects that shape our experience of the world. This painting exemplifies Charmy's distinctive style, characterized by its expressive brushstrokes and its evocative portrayal of light and atmosphere.