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Two Peasant Girls, c. 1900. Creator: Paula Modersohn-Becker
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Two Peasant Girls, c. 1900. Creator: Paula Modersohn-Becker
Two Peasant Girls, c. 1900
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1900 Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Becker Paula Modersohn Downcast Expression Eyes Closed Eyes Shut Glum Labourer Modersohn Becker Paula Paula Modersohn Becker Peasant Peasants Sadness Agricultural Worker Aquatint Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker
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Two Peasant Girls" is a captivating etching by the German Expressionist artist Paula Modersohn-Becker, created around the turn of the 20th century. This evocative image captures the essence of rural life in the late 19th century, offering a poignant glimpse into the daily existence of agricultural laborers. The print depicts two peasant girls, seated on the ground outside, their backs facing the viewer. Their expressions are downcast, their eyes closed or shut, suggesting a deep sense of sadness or weariness. The girls are dressed in simple, practical clothing, their hands resting on their laps or holding tools, indicating their role as farm laborers. The scene is set against the backdrop of an agricultural landscape, with the suggestion of rolling hills and fields in the distance. Modersohn-Becker's use of etching techniques, including drypoint and roulette on heavy wove paper, adds depth and texture to the image, creating a sense of tactility and authenticity. The black and white contrast enhances the mood, with the girls' clothing and the earthy tones of the landscape standing out against the stark white background. This powerful depiction of peasant life is a testament to Modersohn-Becker's ability to capture the human condition with empathy and sensitivity. The image invites viewers to reflect on the hardships and joys of rural labor, and the ways in which the passage of time and the changing seasons shape the lives of those who work the land. Two Peasant Girls is an important work of heritage art, and can be found in the collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. This image is a reminder of the rich artistic legacy of the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the enduring power of art to transport us to another time and place.
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