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Peasants Returning from the Fields at Sunset, 19th century (oil on canvas)
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Peasants Returning from the Fields at Sunset, 19th century (oil on canvas)
1764989 Peasants Returning from the Fields at Sunset, 19th century (oil on canvas) by Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasants Returning from the Fields at Sunset. Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky (1817-1900). Oil on canvas.); Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright
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Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Artist Male Destitute Hardship Horizon Male Artist Opressed Oxen Russian Art Setting Setting Sun Social Commentary Social Issues Solar Solar System Sun Set Sunrise Sunset Third Class 19th Century European Art Natural Space
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Peasants Returning from the Fields at Sunset
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is a captivating 19th-century oil painting by Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky. This picturesque artwork, now part of a private collection, beautifully captures the essence of rural life during that era. In this stunning landscape, we witness a group of weary peasants making their way back home after a long day's work in the fields. The warm hues of the setting sun enveloping the scene create an ethereal glow, casting long shadows and adding depth to the composition. Aivazovsky's meticulous attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke. The artist skillfully portrays not only the physical hardship endured by these laborers but also their resilience and determination amidst poverty and social issues. The presence of farm animals, particularly oxen plodding alongside their human counterparts, further emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between man and nature. It serves as a poignant reminder that survival depended on hard work and cooperation with one's surroundings. This evocative piece masterfully combines elements of academic art with its realistic portrayal while subtly conveying social commentary on class struggles prevalent during that time. Aivazovsky's ability to capture both natural beauty and human struggle makes "Peasants Returning from the Fields at Sunset" an enduring masterpiece that continues to resonate with viewers today.
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