Paysans se reposant dans la Campagne (Peasants Resting in the Countryside) 1831

"Paysans se reposant dans la Campagne" (Peasants Resting in the Countryside) is a lithograph created in 1831 by the French artist Nicolas Toussaint Charlet. The artwork depicts a group of peasants resting under a large tree in a picturesque countryside setting. The composition features a panoramic view of a valley, with distant hills and a misty atmosphere. The figures are rendered with a sense of realism and simplicity, capturing the everyday life of rural people. Charlet was known for his depictions of military and civilian life in France, and his artwork often conveyed a sense of sentimentality and social commentary. This lithograph showcases his ability to capture the beauty of nature and the humanity of his subjects.