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Defeathering Chickens - Late Morning Summer in Brittany
827282 Defeathering Chickens - Late Morning Summer in Brittany; Plumeuses de Poulet - Apres Midi d Ete Bretagne (oil on canvas) by Herland, Emma (1856-1947); 110.8x132.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Defeathering Chickens - Late Morning Summer in Brittany; Plumeuses de Poulet - Apres Midi d Ete Bretagne. Emma Herland (1856-1947). Oil on canvas. 110.8 x 132.1cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
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Defeathering Chickens - Late Morning Summer in Brittany
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is a captivating oil painting by Emma Herland, depicting a scene of labor and companionship in the French countryside. The artwork, measuring 110.8 x 132.1cm, showcases a small group of women working diligently to pluck feathers from chickens on a sunny summer day. The composition focuses on the back view of these hardworking individuals, emphasizing their relationship with nature and their humble surroundings. Dressed in tattered clothes and headscarves, they sit on stools inside a rustic shed as natural light streams through the window, illuminating their task. Herland's attention to detail is evident in her portrayal of each woman's expression and posture. Despite their poverty-stricken circumstances, there is an air of quiet determination and camaraderie among them. The artist captures this moment with sensitivity and respect for their livelihoods. The painting also highlights the physicality of the job at hand – torn feathers float in mid-air while fat drips from carcasses onto the ground below. This close-up perspective adds depth to the artwork and immerses viewers into this intimate scene. "Defeathering Chickens - Late Morning Summer in Brittany" stands as both a testament to working-class life during the late nineteenth century and as an example of fine art that celebrates everyday people engaged in essential tasks. It serves as a reminder that even mundane activities can be elevated through artistic expression.
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