The Trout 1873

"The Trout" is an oil-on-canvas painting by Gustave Courbet, created in 1873. It depicts a single trout lying on a rocky riverbed, its silvery scales and delicate fins rendered in a style typical of Courbet's realism. The painting is currently displayed at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris. Courbet's focus on everyday subjects and the use of naturalism made him a prominent figure in the Realist movement, a style that emerged in mid-19th century France. His works often depicted scenes from rural life, emphasizing the beauty and dignity of ordinary subjects. "The Trout" showcases Courbet's masterful ability to capture the texture and detail of his subject matter, creating a sense of immediacy and authenticity.