Smokkelaars met ezels op bospad 1831

"Smokkelaars met ezels op bospad" (Smugglers with Donkeys on a Forest Path) is an 1831 lithograph by Paul Huet, a prominent French artist known for his landscapes. This artwork, measuring 360mm by 273mm, depicts a shadowy forest path with a figure leading a donkey through a dense forest, capturing the atmospheric and evocative qualities of the natural world that were characteristic of Huet's work. The meticulous detail in the depiction of the trees and foliage, along with the use of light and shadow, create a sense of depth and mystery, inviting the viewer to imagine the stories unfolding within the forest.