Les Bois horse painting Henri Grandjean was known to

Henri Grandjean was known to exhibit at the Salon des Indépendants until 1906

casting a radiant glow upon the pastries on the table

The technique used elicits a powerful emotional reaction

Dark areas are rare on this landscape and the luminosity gives a realistic reflection of a French wood illuminated by the beautiful autumnal sun

Les Bois horse painting Henri Grandjean was known to19th century French school oil on wooden panel. The work has texture to the touch. A small scale Barbizon inspired painting, on dark wood, with a varnish that reveals and hides the subject depending on the light. This painting shows a figure in the woods, with small details illuminated by thin white brushstrokes applied by the artist. The scene is deceptively textured and layered, visible upon closer inspection. There is no signature visible. The