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Jean-Francois Millet, French artist
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Jean-Francois Millet, French artist
Jean-Francois Millet (1814-1875), French artist, one of the founders of the Barbizon school. Date: circa 1860s
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1850s Barbizon Founder Francois Genre Millet Plump Rustic
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This photograph print showcases the renowned French artist, Jean-Francois Millet (1814-1875), in his later years during the 1850s and 1860s. Millet is considered one of the founding fathers of the Barbizon School, a group of French painters who focused on rural and genre scenes, capturing the essence of rural life. Known for his plump figure and distinctive beard, Millet's Empire-style clothing adds an air of authority and sophistication to his rustic appearance. Millet's connection to the land is evident in his artwork, which often depicted peasants working in the fields or tending to their animals. His paintings were a departure from the traditional, romanticized views of the countryside, instead offering a raw and authentic portrayal of rural life. This image of Millet captures the artist in his natural element, surrounded by the beauty and simplicity of the natural world that inspired his work. The Barbizon School emerged during a time when the French art world was shifting towards more realistic and naturalistic depictions of everyday life. Millet's contributions to this movement helped to establish a new aesthetic that would influence generations of artists to come. This photograph print serves as a poignant reminder of Millet's enduring legacy as a pioneering figure in the history of French art.
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