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Antique Framed Print : Jean-Francois Millet (1814-1875). The Gleaners (1856). Orsay
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Jean-Francois Millet (1814-1875). The Gleaners (1856). Orsay
Jean-Francois Millet (1814-1875). French painter, one of the founders of the Barbizon School. The Gleaners (1856). Orsay Museum. Paris. France
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1856 Agricultural Agriculture Barbizon Bend Crouching Economy Farmer Farmhand Farmland Farmworker Gleaner Gleaners Gleaning Harvest Labour Labouring Lower Millet Naturalism Orsay Peasant Peasants Realism Realist Scraps Summertime
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This 19th century oil painting, titled "The Gleaners" by Jean-Francois Millet, showcases the quiet and profound beauty of rural life during the harvest season in France. Painted in 1856, this masterpiece is a testament to Millet's dedication to the Barbizon School, a group of artists who sought to capture the authenticity and naturalism of rural life. The scene presents three gleaners, peasant women, bent down and crouching in the farmland, gathering the last remnants of the harvest. Clad in traditional garments, their weathered faces reflect the hardships and toil of their labor. The economy of the time relied heavily on the agricultural sector, and the image of these humble women gleaning the fields underscores the importance of their role in the community. Millet's use of naturalistic and realistic techniques brings the scene to life, immersing the viewer in the rustic atmosphere of the countryside. The warm summer hues and the gentle light filtering through the trees create a sense of tranquility and harmony. The painting's composition, with the women arranged in a diagonal line, leads the viewer's gaze through the landscape, inviting them to explore the intricacies of the scene. "The Gleaners" is a poignant representation of the class divide and the laboring society of the time. Millet's portrayal of these women, often overlooked and undervalued, highlights their resilience and the essential role they played in the agricultural economy. This iconic painting is now a cherished piece of France's artistic heritage, on display at the Orsay Museum in Paris, inviting visitors to reflect on the past and the enduring beauty of rural life.
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