Courtyard c. 1855

"Courtyard" is a painting by Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps, a French painter known for his Orientalist and genre scenes. The artwork, which is currently held by The Art Institute of Chicago, depicts a shadowy courtyard with a single figure, a fisherman, sitting in the center, surrounded by barrels and tools. The dramatic use of light and shadow in this painting, reminiscent of the works of Rembrandt, creates a sense of depth and intimacy, emphasizing the artist's keen eye for detail and his exploration of the everyday lives of ordinary people.