“Landscape with Haystacks” is an oil on canvas artwork by Gustave Caillebotte, created circa 1874. As a piece representative of the Impressionism movement, it measures 18 x 35 centimeters and is categorized as a landscape. Currently, this evocative work is held in a private collection.
The artwork portrays a tranquil rural scene dominated by several large haystacks. The composition is bathed in natural light, capturing the essence of a late summer or early autumn day. Gustave Caillebotte’s use of loose brushstrokes and a delicate treatment of light and shadows exemplifies the impressionistic technique. The color palette is warm, using variations of browns, yellows, and greens to depict the sunlit haystacks and the foliage-rich background. The art captures a fleeting moment in the everyday life of the countryside, conveying a sense of serenity and the impermanence of the moment, which are hallmarks of Impressionist works.
