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La Vachalcade, between 1896 and 1900. Creator: Fernand Pelez
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La Vachalcade, between 1896 and 1900. Creator: Fernand Pelez
La Vachalcade, between 1896 and 1900
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Canvas Material Carnival Childhood Commedia Dellarte Fernand Emmanuel Pelez Fernand Pelez French Text Hardship Misery Montmartre Paris Ile De France France Parisian Pelez Fernand Pelez Fernand Emmanuel Pierrot Realist Theatre Italien Western Script Artistic Movement Paris Museums Petit Palais Playhouse Vachalcade
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La Vachalcade" by Fernand Pelez (circa 1896-1900): A poignant portrait of childhood hardship during the late 19th century. This oil on canvas painting captures the image of a young boy, dressed in tattered and worn clothing, with a forlorn expression on his face. The boy wears a traditional commedia dell'arte costume, reminiscent of the character Pierrot, with a colorful, patchwork dress and a cord obi belt. The setting is a carnival or festival, perhaps in Montmartre, Paris, as evidenced by the lettering and banners in the background. The painting is a prime example of the realist style popular during this period, with its focus on depicting the harsh realities of life. The title "La Vachalcade" is thought to be a reference to a traditional festival or procession in France, where participants would dress up in costumes and dance through the streets. Despite the hardships depicted in the painting, there is a sense of heritage and tradition in the boy's attire, adding a layer of complexity to the image. This painting is now housed in the Musée du Petit Palais in Paris, and is a powerful reminder of the experiences of children during this period of French history. #FernandPelez #LaVachalcade #RealistArt #19thCentury #Childhood #Hardship #CommediaDellArte #Montmartre #Paris #FrenchHeritage #OilPainting #Museum #FerdinandPelezDeCordobaDaguilar #FernandPelez #Pierrot #Carnival #Festival #Tradition #HeritageArt
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