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Peasants Carrying Baskets; Paysanne Portant au Panier, 1888 (gouache on linen)
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Peasants Carrying Baskets; Paysanne Portant au Panier, 1888 (gouache on linen)
825085 Peasants Carrying Baskets; Paysanne Portant au Panier, 1888 (gouache on linen) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 34.3x26.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasants Carrying Baskets; Paysanne Portant au Panier. Camille Pissarro (1830-1903). Gouache on linen. Painted in 1888. 34.3 x 26.7cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22484804
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1880s 1888 Accessories Active Agricultural Occupation Agricultural Worker Camille Pissarro Decorative Technique Destitute Farm Worker Farmworker Gouache Hardship Impressionist Art Impressionistic On Linen Opressed Personal Accessory Physical Activity Pisarro Pissarro Social Commentary Social Issues Teenage Girl Third Class Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Natural Space
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This print captures Camille Pissarro's masterpiece, "Peasants Carrying Baskets; Paysanne Portant au Panier" painted in 1888. The artwork depicts a scene from the late nineteenth century countryside, showcasing two hardworking peasant women carrying baskets filled with their harvest. Pissarro's impressionistic style beautifully portrays the rural setting and the physical activity of these farmworkers. The painting showcases the artist's mastery of decorative techniques and his ability to capture natural spaces and human emotions. The use of gouache on linen adds depth and texture to the artwork, enhancing its visual appeal. Through this piece, Pissarro sheds light on social issues such as poverty and destitution faced by agricultural workers during that time period. Despite their hardship, these peasants are depicted as active and determined individuals who continue to work diligently in challenging circumstances. The composition highlights the full-length figures of both women against a backdrop of fields, emphasizing their significance within the agricultural landscape. Their accessories reflect their ethnic origin while adding an element of cultural diversity to the scene. Overall, this impressive artwork not only showcases Pissarro's talent but also serves as a reminder of the struggles faced by those working in agriculture during that era. It is a testament to both artistic excellence and historical significance.
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