The Sleepers (Le Sommeil) by Gustave Courbet. Two nude women are depicted in an intimate embrace, sleeping deeply on a bed with rumpled linens against a dark blue background.

The Sleepers (Le Sommeil)

Gustave Courbet

1866 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A celebrated masterpiece of French Realism, depicting two figures in a peaceful, intimate embrace.

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Where it works

A substantial work with a restful register with softened warm notes — brings a composed sense of weight.

Often works in
Bedroom · Living Room · Commercial Space
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Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
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Works across a broad range of wall colors
Color notes
Charcoal black, Soft white, Soft sage

About the piece

Painted by Gustave Courbet in 1866, this iconic work captures two sleeping figures with a revolutionary sense of realism and sensuality. The interplay of luminous skin tones against deep blue shadows, combined with finely detailed still life elements like the crystal carafe and floral vase, showcases Courbet's masterful technique and his departure from academic tradition.

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