La Meule effondrée 1900

"La Meule effondrée" (1900) by Léo Gausson (1860-1944) is a captivating oil painting that captures the beauty of a rural landscape. The central focus of the painting is a large, collapsed haystack, rendered in warm hues of yellow and orange, evoking the golden light of a late summer afternoon. The haystack is situated against a backdrop of lush green grass, a small cluster of trees to the left, and a hazy sky, suggesting a tranquil and idyllic setting. Gausson's brushwork is loose and impressionistic, capturing the fleeting nature of light and shadow, creating a sense of movement and depth. The work is characteristic of Gausson's style, which often featured rural scenes and natural subjects painted with a painterly sensibility. This painting serves as a reminder of the enduring beauty of the natural world and its ability to inspire artistic expression.