A painting shows men riding horses and donkeys near the sea.
Coast near Villers
by Constant Troyaon
The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore
Question
What does this painting by Constant Troyon suggest about his culture’s relationship with nature?
(1 point)
Responses
Humans lived in fear of nature.
Humans lived in fear of nature.
Humans lived in harmony with nature
Humans lived in harmony with nature
Humans lived uncomfortably with nature.
Humans lived uncomfortably with nature.
Humans lived independently of nature.
Humans lived in harmony with nature.
The painting shows men riding horses and donkeys near the sea, suggesting that they are using nature for transportation and possibly sustenance. This implies a relationship of harmony and dependence on nature for their daily needs. The peaceful and serene depiction of the coastline also suggests a deep connection with and respect for the natural environment.