La Veillée; from Magasin Pittoresque 1848 - 1864

“La Veillée” is a black and white lithograph by Charles Jacque, depicting a group of people walking down a cobblestone street at night. The scene is illuminated by a lantern carried by one of the figures. Jacque, a prominent figure in the Barbizon School, was known for his depictions of rural life, capturing the everyday activities of peasants in a realistic style. The lithograph's quiet atmosphere evokes a sense of peace and solitude. “La Veillée”, which means "evening vigil" in French, is a powerful image that depicts the simple beauty of life in the countryside during the 19th century. The artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art.