Surroundings of Honfleur
circa 1854-57
Eugène Boudin, often called the 'King of Skies' by his peers, captures a peaceful, sun-dappled moment in the French countryside near Honfleur. In the foreground, cows graze lazily while a horse-drawn cart travels down a winding path in the distance, framed by lush, vibrant trees. This early work beautifully demonstrates Boudin's passion for painting outdoors (en plein air), a revolutionary practice that would later inspire his friend Claude Monet and help spark the entire Impressionist movement.
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