Sawmill in the Environs of Paris
after 1889
Henri Rousseau, a self-taught former toll collector, captures a quirky slice of the Parisian outskirts where the iconic Eiffel Tower peeks awkwardly over a humble sawmill. Painted shortly after the tower's 1889 completion, this scene blends rural tranquility with a looming symbol of modern industry, all rendered in his signature flat, dreamlike style. The winding path and oversized tree create a storybook atmosphere, making the industrial backdrop feel almost like a playful intrusion into a countryside fantasy.
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