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"Un petit-dejeuner de servante"(A maidservants breakfast) Jeune domestique a l expression melancolique, chaussee de sabots, et un fichu sur la tete
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"Un petit-dejeuner de servante"(A maidservants breakfast) Jeune domestique a l expression melancolique, chaussee de sabots, et un fichu sur la tete
FIA5326440 " Un petit-dejeuner de servante" (A maidservants breakfast) Jeune domestique a l expression melancolique, chaussee de sabots, et un fichu sur la tete, pres d elle un bol de cafe et un quignon de pain dans les mains en guise de petit dejeuner. Peinture de Constantin Emile Meunier (1831-1905) 1880 environ Musee Pouchkine, Moscou by Meunier, Constantin Emile (1831-1905); Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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Bread Breakfast Breakfasts Clog Coffee Everyday Life Food And Drink Loneliness Misery Misfortune Morning Morning Meal Rest Shoe Tiredness Dine Mealtime Sadness
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The print captures a poignant moment in everyday life, titled "Un petit-dejeuner de servante" (A maidservant's breakfast). The young domestic worker is depicted with a melancholic expression, wearing wooden clogs and a headscarf. Beside her, she holds a bowl of coffee and a piece of bread as her meager breakfast. Painted by Constantin Emile Meunier around 1880, this artwork is housed in the Pushkin Museum in Moscow. The painting evokes themes of poverty, loneliness, and sadness. The woman's tiredness is evident as she takes a moment to rest and nourish herself before continuing her daily tasks. Her worn-out shoes symbolize the hardships she endures while serving others. Through vibrant colors and intricate details, Meunier skillfully portrays the struggles faced by working-class individuals during the 19th century in France. This artwork serves as both an artistic masterpiece and social commentary on the disparities within society. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the importance of empathy towards those who labor behind closed doors. It prompts us to reflect on our own privileges while appreciating their resilience amidst adversity. This print from Fine Art Finder invites us to contemplate not only its aesthetic beauty but also the human stories it encapsulates – tales of sacrifice, endurance, and hope amidst challenging circumstances.
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