Early Life and Training

Charles-François Daubigny, a French artist, was born on February 15, 1817, in Paris, into a family of painters. He received his artistic training from his father Edmond François Daubigny and his uncle, miniaturist Pierre Daubigny. This early exposure to art laid the foundation for Daubigny's future success.

The Barbizon School and Impressionism

Daubigny was one of the painters of the Barbizon school, a group of artists who worked in and around the hamlet of Barbizon in the Forest of Fontainebleau southeast of Paris. They sought to create accurate, unprettified renderings of rural life and landscape and often painted outdoors. Daubigny's work is considered an important precursor of Impressionism, a style that emphasizes capturing the fleeting reality of nature.

Notable Works

Some of Daubigny's most notable works include:

• Harvest (1857), now in the Musée d'Orsay (Paris, France), showcases his ability to capture the essence of rural life. (View on WahooArt)
• The Ponds of Gylieu (1864) demonstrates Daubigny's skill in landscape painting, now housed in the Cincinnati Art Museum (Cincinnati, United States). (View on WahooArt)
• Moonlight (1865) and Auvers-sur-Oise (1868) further solidify his position as a master of Impressionist landscapes.

Legacy and Remembrance

Charles-François Daubigny passed away on February 19, 1878, in Paris. His remains are interred at Cimetière du Père-Lachaise (division 24). Today, his followers and pupils continue to be recognized for their contributions to the art world. View Charles-François Daubigny's Artworks on WahooArt Explore Claude Monet's Impressionist Masterpieces on WahooArt