The artwork titled “February, Sunrise, Bazincourt” is an oil on canvas painting by the artist Camille Pissarro, dated to 1893. It exemplifies the Impressionist movement, depicting a landscape genre scene. The artwork measures 65.5 x 81.9 cm and is presently housed at the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, Netherlands.
The painting captures an early morning moment in the village of Bazincourt, enveloped in a gentle light of sunrise. Subtle, fleeting effects of light and atmosphere are rendered through Pissarro’s dexterous brushwork, characteristic of the Impressionist style. One can observe a patchwork of fields leading to the houses nestled amidst trees, with a church spire rising in the background, providing a focal point within the village framework. The delicate interplay of winter hues suggests the cold yet serene essence of a February morning. The foreground is dominated by the earthy tones of the soil and bare trees, adding depth and a sense of immediacy to the viewer’s perspective. This artwork stands as a testament to Pissarro’s fascination with the rural French landscape and his mastery of capturing its variegated moods.
