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Sans asile, 1883. Creator: Fernand Pelez
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Sans asile, 1883. Creator: Fernand Pelez
Sans asile, 1883
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(Without Shelter), painted by Fernand Pelez in 1883, is a poignant and powerful oil on canvas work that captures the raw reality of poverty and hardship in the late 19th century. The painting depicts three destitute children huddled together on a blanket, asleep and exhausted from their daily struggles. Their bare feet are visible, adding to the sense of vulnerability and exposure. The eldest boy, with a cord or cordoba draped around his neck, gazes out at the viewer with a weary and knowing expression, while his younger brother and sister sleep peacefully, oblivious to the harsh world around them. The painting is a prime example of the Realist artistic movement, which sought to portray the harsh realities of everyday life with unflinching honesty. Pelez, a French painter, was known for his detailed and evocative depictions of the working class and the marginalized. The use of color and oil on canvas lends a richness and depth to the image, making the viewer feel as if they are present in the scene. This painting, now a cherished part of the heritage art collection, was once displayed in the Petit Palais museum in Paris. It serves as a reminder of the past and the challenges faced by children and families in times of poverty and homelessness. The image of the three siblings, bound together by their shared hardships, is a powerful and enduring one, and continues to resonate with viewers today.
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