The Banks of Cousin 1845 - 1855

"The Banks of Cousin" is a black and white etching by Charles François Daubigny, a prominent French artist of the Barbizon school. The artwork, created between 1845 and 1855, depicts a serene landscape with a winding river, trees, and a single figure in the distance. Daubigny's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and tranquility. His focus on natural subjects and his skillful rendering of atmospheric effects are characteristic of the Barbizon movement, which emphasized realism and a direct observation of nature. The artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.