Around Louveciennes, the Road

"Around Louveciennes, the Road", painted in 1871, invites us to take a stroll through the French countryside. Camille Pissarro, the artist behind this work, guides our eyes down a simple, unpaved road leading us towards the village of Louveciennes. Held in the esteemed Sammlung Rosengart Luzern collection, this oil on canvas, measuring 55 centimeters high and 46 centimeters wide, captures the essence of rural life in the 19th century. Notice the earthy greens and browns that dominate the scene, reflecting the natural hues of the landscape. Pissarro's delicate brushstrokes depict the trees lining the road and the soft, diffused light suggests a peaceful moment of day. While the village awaits in the distance, we are invited to linger on the journey, appreciating the simple beauty of the path and the play of light and shadow.