Edge of the Woods Near L’Hermitage, Pontoise 1879

"Edge of the Woods Near L’Hermitage, Pontoise" (1879) by Camille Pissarro, is a quintessential Impressionist landscape depicting the verdant outskirts of Pontoise, a town near Paris. The painting showcases Pissarro's signature short brushstrokes and vibrant color palette, capturing the dappled light filtering through the trees. The scene features a winding path leading to a cluster of houses nestled amongst the foliage, while a lone figure on horseback adds a touch of human presence to the tranquil woodland.