Woodland Stream
In Paul Huet's Woodland Stream, painted about 1840, a lush wooded area unfolds before the eyes. A stream winds through the heart of the forest, its path interrupted by a waterfall that tumbles amidst a collection of rugged rocks. Trees crowd the banks, their branches reaching into the space above the moving water. The scene feels alive with quiet activity. Several people are scattered throughout the landscape, appearing as small…











