Description
This Framed Signed G. Mercie Lithograph "A Day in the Field" After Jules Breton (1827-1906) is a beautifully rendered piece that captures the poetic essence of rural life. Set in a soft sepia tone, the scene portrays women and children working in an open field under a vast sky, with one child pointing skyward--perhaps toward the moon. Inspired by the renowned painter Jules Breton, the lithograph reflects the quiet dignity and emotional depth of 19th-century peasant life. Framed in an ornate wooden frame with a linen mat, this artwork radiates warmth, nostalgia, and timeless pastoral beauty.
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The item is in overall good condition. There may be signs of wear consistent with age, including a chipped, scratched, and dented frame. Item is signed by the artist. Please look at the images for more details.
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Lithograph, Paper, Wood
Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The item is in overall good condition. There may be signs of wear consistent with age, including a chipped, scratched, and dented frame. Item is signed by the artist. Please look at the images for more details.
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Lithograph, Paper, Wood
Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; The item is in overall good condition. There may be signs of wear consistent with age, including a chipped, scratched, and dented frame. Item is signed by the artist. Please look at the images for more details.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
30.25 x 40.38 x 1 in
Framed Signed G. Mercie Lithograph "A Day in the Field" After Jules Breton
Estimate $800-$1,500
Starting Price
$400
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The August Collection I
Aug 14, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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