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A Shepherdess with Her Flock, c. 1852 (conte crayon with stumping on laid paper)
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A Shepherdess with Her Flock, c. 1852 (conte crayon with stumping on laid paper)
5643034 A Shepherdess with Her Flock, c.1852 (contecrayon with stumping on laid paper) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 33 x 47 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA; French, out of copyright
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Barbizon Crook Flock Normandy Peaceful Realism Realist Sheepdog Solitary Subsistence
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This print titled "A Shepherdess with Her Flock, c. 1852" by Jean-Francois Millet takes us back in time to the serene countryside of rural France. The artist's use of conte crayon and stumping on laid paper creates a soft and delicate texture, enhancing the peaceful atmosphere depicted in the scene. In this work of realism, we see a young shepherdess tending to her flock amidst a vast field. With her trusty sheepdog by her side, she carries a traditional crook as she walks among the grazing sheep. The simplicity and beauty of daily life in the French countryside are beautifully captured here. The setting is unmistakably Normandy, with its rolling hills and lush greenery that surround an idyllic farmhouse in the distance. The solitary figure exudes tranquility as she navigates through nature's embrace, leaning on her walking stick for support. Millet's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of each tree dotting the landscape, adding depth to this pastoral scene. This artwork not only celebrates hardworking farmers but also pays homage to their subsistence lifestyle. Displayed at New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece invites viewers into a world far removed from bustling city life—a moment frozen in time where one can appreciate both the beauty and solitude found within nature's embrace.
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