Le Pouldu, Woman Breast Feeding on a Dune 

Ferdinand du Puigaudeau was a French painter known for his depictions of Breton life and landscapes. This painting, "Le Pouldu, Woman Breastfeeding on a Dune", shows a group of figures huddled around a small fire under a dark, star-studded sky. The central figure, a woman breastfeeding a child, is bathed in the warm glow of the fire, creating a sense of intimacy and vulnerability. The artist's brushstrokes are visible and contribute to the painting's overall sense of realism and emotion. This painting is a captivating example of du Puigaudeau's talent for capturing the beauty and simplicity of rural Breton life.