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Man with a Hoe, c. 1860-62 (oil on canvas)
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Man with a Hoe, c. 1860-62 (oil on canvas)
XOS1072786 Man with a Hoe, c.1860-62 (oil on canvas) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 80x99 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles, USA; French, out of copyright
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Man with a Hoe - A Glimpse into the Daily Life of an Exhausted Peasant
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. This print captures Jean-Francois Millet's masterpiece, "Man with a Hoe" painted between 1860-62. The oil on canvas painting, measuring 80x99 cm, is housed in the prestigious J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles. The artwork portrays a weary male farmer toiling away in a vast field, embodying the essence of hard work and agriculture. With his worn-out appearance and sweat-drenched brow, he epitomizes the exhaustion that comes from laborious daily life. Millet's commitment to realism shines through as he depicts every detail meticulously - from the man's tired expression to his calloused hands gripping tightly onto the hoe. The artist masterfully captures not only the physical strain but also conveys emotions of weariness and resilience. This poignant image transports us back to an era when manual labor was at its peak. It serves as a reminder of how essential these unsung heroes were for society's sustenance. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded of the countless hours spent by peasants like him who dedicated their lives to cultivating land and providing for their communities. Their unwavering dedication is beautifully encapsulated within this landscape painting. Through this photograph print by Fine Art Finder from www. bridgemanimages. com, we can appreciate Millet's ability to immortalize ordinary individuals engaged in extraordinary acts of labor –
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