Autumn Landscape with a Flock of Turkeys 1872 - 1873

"Autumn Landscape with a Flock of Turkeys" is an oil painting by Jean-François Millet, created between 1872 and 1873. The artwork depicts a rural scene with a lone figure, possibly a shepherd, overseeing a flock of turkeys in a field. The background features a bare tree, a loaded wagon, and a cloudy sky, creating an atmosphere of quiet contemplation. The painting reflects Millet's interest in portraying the lives and hardships of rural workers, a common theme in his oeuvre, and highlights the beauty of simple, everyday moments in nature.