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Seated Peasant; Paysanne Assise, c. 1880 (thick gouache on linen laid down on canvas)
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Seated Peasant; Paysanne Assise, c. 1880 (thick gouache on linen laid down on canvas)
653021 Seated Peasant; Paysanne Assise, c.1880 (thick gouache on linen laid down on canvas) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 19x15 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seated Peasant; Paysanne Assise. Camille Pissarro (1830-1903). Thick gouache on linen laid down on canvas. Painted circa 1880. 19 x 15cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22795718
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072012upload 1880 1880s Background People Bystander Camille Pissarro Destitute Female Garment Gesture Gesturing Gouache Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hands Together Hardship Impressionist Art Impressionistic Laid Down Legs Crossed Mounted On Canvas On Canvas On Linen Opressed Pisarro Pissarro Pose Posed Posing Sitting On Floor Skirt Social Issues Third Class Woman Alone Apparel Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Young Woman
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This print showcases Camille Pissarro's "Seated Peasant; Paysanne Assise" a remarkable piece of art from the late 19th century. The painting, created around 1880, depicts a female peasant seated on the floor in a rural setting. Pissarro, known for his impressionistic style, skillfully uses thick gouache on linen laid down on canvas to bring this scene to life. The woman in the painting is dressed in simple and worn-out clothing, symbolizing her impoverished state. Her hand gesture suggests hardship and resilience as she sits alone amidst nature's beauty. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every stroke, capturing the essence of rural life during that time period. Pissarro's work often focused on social issues and portrayed ordinary people going about their daily lives. In this particular piece, he sheds light on the struggles faced by peasants living in poverty-stricken conditions. The composition of the artwork is enhanced by a background filled with trees and other elements of nature. This juxtaposition between human presence and natural surroundings adds depth to the overall narrative. This print allows viewers to appreciate Pissarro's artistic genius up close while also reflecting upon societal disparities prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder of both the hardships endured by those less fortunate and the power of art to convey important messages about our world.
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