Oil on cardboard, “Landscape with Peasant”, late 19th century - France Technique: Oil on cardboard Title: “Landscape with Peasant” Signed in the lower left corner Genre: Landscape Period: Late 19th century Country of origin: France Good condition considering its age and use Overall dimensions: 23.5 x 27.5 x 3 cm Dimensions without frame: 9.5 x 13 cm A wonderful oil on cardboard painting, “Landscape with Peasant,” of French origin and created in the late 19th century. This small-format work depicts a rustic landscape, with a peasant standing on a path in the foreground and the ruins of a building to the right. In the background, a mountainous horizon and a sky dotted with delicate clouds. The artist's brushstrokes are loose, yet despite this, he has achieved a remarkable level of detail, evident in the man's hat, the trees, and the structure of the ruins. with a predominantly green and blue color palette, touches of sand add warmth and light to the work. It is signed in the lower left corner, “J. P.” The artwork features a specially decorated frame of blackened wood with gilt details, and carved moldings and ornaments.