The Dam 1893

Henri Rousseau's *The Dam* (1893) showcases his distinctive, naive style. The painting, a classic example of "primitive art", depicts a serene landscape with a dam, a flowing river, and a small house with a red roof, all rendered with a childlike simplicity and an almost childlike sense of wonder. The flatness of the painting, the unnatural scale of the objects, and the bold use of color contribute to the work's iconic charm, placing Rousseau among the great figures of early modern art.