
Figure Studies
Poem of the Soul: The Grain of Wheat
Louis Janmot
A serene 19th-century scene depicting a moment of quiet instruction amidst a luminous, rolling landscape.

1854 · Oil Paint, Panel
A luminous and dreamlike pastoral scene capturing the innocence and wonder of spring through soft light and delicate color.
$240
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From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A balanced piece with a quiet mood with softened warm notes — sits quietly within a room.
About the piece
Part of Louis Janmot's ambitious 'Poem of the Soul' cycle, this 1854 oil painting depicts two figures in a lush, idealized landscape. The soft lighting and delicate brushwork characteristic of Janmot's style create a romantic, contemplative atmosphere that bridges French Romanticism and Symbolism.
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1854 · Oil Paint, Panel
A luminous and dreamlike pastoral scene capturing the innocence and wonder of spring through soft light and delicate color.
$240
For the selected configuration
From $129
1 frame size
Made to order in ~2 business days · Free U.S. standard shipping (typically 5–8 business days after dispatch)
Where it works
A balanced piece with a quiet mood with softened warm notes — sits quietly within a room.