The Seine: Morning

"The Seine: Morning" is a painting by French artist Charles-François Daubigny, created in 1874. Daubigny was associated with the Barbizon School, which emphasized natural landscapes and plein air painting. The work depicts a serene morning scene along the Seine River, showcasing Daubigny's interest in capturing the effects of light and atmosphere. The composition features soft colors and fluid brushwork, characteristic of his style. Daubigny often painted en plein air, allowing him to observe and represent the changing qualities of nature directly. The painting reflects the Impressionist movement's influence, although Daubigny himself was not formally part of it. "The Seine: Morning" is part of the collection at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris. Specific details regarding its exhibition history or provenance are not widely documented.

"The Seine: Morning" by Charles-François Daubigny, created in 1874, is an oil painting on wood that captures a tranquil riverscape at dawn. The composition features the Seine River, which flows through the foreground, reflecting the soft, diffused light of the morning sky. Daubigny employs a palette of muted blues, greens, and warm yellows to evoke the serene atmosphere of the scene. The brushwork is loose and expressive, characteristic of the Barbizon School, emphasizing the natural beauty of the landscape. In the background, gentle hills and trees frame the river, while a few small boats are visible, suggesting human presence in harmony with nature. The overall effect is one of calmness and a celebration of the natural world, typical of Daubigny's focus on plein air painting.