Sheep in the Barn - 19th Century Oil Painting by Charles Émile Jacque – signed

This exquisite oil on canvas painting by Charles Émile Jacque, one of the leading figures of the Barbizon School and a master of pastoral animal scenes. Measuring 55 x 68 cm (approx. 21.6 x 26.7 in), this work captures a serene yet atmospheric moment within a rustic barn interior, featuring a flock of sheep resting and grazing, accompanied by chickens pecking in the straw-covered ground.

Rendered in a warm, earthy palette, Jacque’s sensitivity to texture and natural light is fully evident here. The wooly coats of the sheep, the subtle gleam of straw, and the barn’s shadowy interior are executed with painterly confidence and understated elegance. Signed in the lower right corner with the artist’s red monogram “C.J.”, this work is a fine example of Jacque’s celebrated rural subject matter.

What truly elevates this piece is its magnificent antique frame – a deeply carved, giltwood Baroque-style frame with substantial weight, richness, and dramatic depth. Its bold acanthus scrolling and intricate relief carving make it a statement piece in its own right, significantly enhancing the overall presence and value of the painting. The pairing of Jacque’s intimate rural subject with such a grand frame creates a beautiful contrast between simplicity and opulence.

Sheep in the Barn

Charles Emile Jacque (1813-1894)

Oil on canvas, 55 x 68 cm | 21.6 x 26.7 in

Provenance: Buenos Aires, private collection.

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