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Peasant Resting, c. 1855. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
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Peasant Resting, c. 1855. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
Peasant Resting, c. 1855
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Art Movement Barbizon Barbizon School Chore Chores Daily Life Domestic Hanging Household Jean Francois Millet Jf Millet Laundry Millet Jean Francois Washing
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Peasant Resting,
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a captivating artwork by Jean Francois Millet, painted around 1855, offers a poignant glimpse into the daily life of a rural woman during the 19th century. This evocative piece, currently housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to Millet's unwavering commitment to capturing the authenticity of rural life as part of the Barbizon School's artistic movement. The black and white etching with graphite additions and graphite sketch on ivory wove paper portrays a solitary woman, dressed in traditional peasant attire, taking a brief respite from her chores in a sunlit garden. The woman, with her weary expression and worn clothing, embodies the hardships and toil that were commonplace in rural communities during this era. Millet masterfully employs the use of contrasting textures and tones in this monochromatic piece. The woman's rough, worn clothing stands in stark contrast to the delicate, intricately patterned fabric of her apron. The soft, flowing folds of her skirt and the gentle curves of her body are juxtaposed against the harsh, angular lines of the garden's wooden fence and the gnarled branches of the trees in the background. The woman's position, with her head resting on her arm and her gaze fixed on the horizon, suggests a deep sense of contemplation. Her weary expression and the simple, rustic setting evoke a sense of empathy and connection with the viewer, inviting us to reflect on the universal themes of toil, rest, and the passage of time. This powerful and evocative artwork, with its rich heritage and historical significance, is a must-see for anyone interested in the art of the 19th century or the depiction of daily life in rural communities. The Art Institute of Chicago is proud to preserve and display "Peasant Resting" as an enduring reminder of the beauty and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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