Troyon Collection

Woodcutters, late 1840s, (c1915). Artist: Constant Troyon
Woodcutters, late 1840s, (c1915). The painting is part of the collection of the Royal Academy of Arts, London. From International Art: Past and Present by Alfred Yockney

Constant Troyon, French artist
Constant Troyon (1810-1865), French artist, member of the Barbizon school, painter of landscapes and animals. Date: circa 1860s

Portrait of the artist Constant Troyon (1810-1865), Early 1860s. Private Collection

The panorama of the century: Dupre, Rousseau, Isabey, Millet, Couture, Daubigny, Diaz, Corot, Troyon, Fromentin, Barye, Decamp, 1889

Landscape, 1825-65. Creator: Constant Troyon
Landscape, 1825-65

[Constant Troyon], 1860s. Creator: Etienne Carjat
[Constant Troyon], 1860s

Road in the Woods, mid-1840s. Creator: Constant Troyon
Road in the Woods, mid-1840s

Watering Cattle, early 1850s, (1912). Artist: Constant Troyon
Watering Cattle, early 1850s, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Running Dogs, 1853. Artist: Constant Troyon
Running Dogs, 1853. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Departure for the Market (Autumn Morning), 1859. Artist: Constant Troyon
Departure for the Market (Autumn Morning), 1859. Detail. Found in the collection of The Hermitage, St Petersburg

Portrait Troyon 19th century Graphite sheet 1 1 / 4 x 1 13 / 16
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Constant Troyon, French (1810-1865), Cows Under Trees, charcoal, with white and orange chalk on blue-gray laid paper

Constant Troyon, French (1810-1865), Bathers by a Giant Oak, c. 1842-1844, charcoal and gouache on brown wove paper

Cows at the watering hole, painting by M. Troyon. engraving 1855

Cows at the watering hole, painting by M. Troyon. engraving 1855

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Constant Troyon was a renowned French artist known for his exceptional talent in capturing the beauty of landscapes and animals. Born in 1810, Troyon's artistic journey spanned several decades, leaving behind an impressive body of work that continues to inspire art enthusiasts today. One of his notable pieces is "Woodcutters, " created in the late 1840s but popularized around 1915. This artwork showcases Troyon's mastery in depicting scenes from rural life, with woodcutters immersed in their labor amidst a serene backdrop. The attention to detail and use of light and shadow make this painting truly captivating. In the early 1860s, Troyon painted a striking portrait of himself. This self-portrait gives us a glimpse into the artist's personality and style during that period. It serves as a testament to his skillful brushwork and ability to capture emotions on canvas, also part of an influential group called "The panorama of the century. " Alongside artists like Dupre, Rousseau, Isabey, Millet, Couture, and Daubigny, he contributed significantly to the art scene during that time. Their collective works showcased various themes ranging from landscapes to portraits. Throughout his career, Troyon explored different subjects within landscape painting. From tranquil woodland scenes like "Road in the Woods" from the mid-1840s to expansive vistas such as "Landscape" spanning from 1825-65; each piece reflects his deep appreciation for nature's beauty. Animals were another recurring theme in Troyon's oeuvre. In paintings like "Watering Cattle" from the early 1850s or "Running Dogs" created in 1853; he captured their gracefulness and energy with remarkable precision. These artworks demonstrate not only his technical prowess but also his ability to evoke emotion through animal depictions. One particularly noteworthy piece by Troyon is titled "Departure for the Market (Autumn Morning)" from 1859.