Twilight with Haystacks 1879

"Twilight with Haystacks" is an 1879 etching by Camille Pissarro (1830-1903) depicting a rural scene with a winding road leading towards a pair of haystacks. The image captures the essence of the Impressionist movement, with its emphasis on capturing fleeting moments of light and atmosphere. Pissarro's use of subtle tones and delicate lines creates a sense of tranquility and beauty, while the lone figure in the foreground adds a touch of human scale to the landscape. The work is currently housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, and is an excellent example of Pissarro's later work, which often focused on the themes of nature and rural life.