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Glass Place Mat : The Reapers, c1830, (1939). Creator: Aleksey Venetsianov
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The Reapers, c1830, (1939). Creator: Aleksey Venetsianov
The Reapers, c1830, (1939). Russian peasants with sickles and butterflies. Alexei Venetsianov (1780-1847) established his own school of painting and appointed court painter by Tsar Nicholas I. Painting in the collection of The State Russian Museum, St Petersburg, Russia. From " The Russian State Museum". [State Art Publishers, Moscow and Leningrad, 1939]
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Aleksey Aleksey Venetsianov Alexei Alexei Venetsianov Alexey Alexey Venetsianov Blouse Butterflies Butterfly Harvest Harvesting Headscarf Insect Peasant Peasants Serf Sickle Venetsianov Wheat Agricultural Worker Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Red Admiral Butterfly Vanessa Atalanta
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.1cm x 25.4cm (7.9" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
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The Reapers, c1830
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is a captivating print that showcases the remarkable work of Aleksey Venetsianov, a renowned Russian painter. This masterpiece depicts a group of Russian peasants in the midst of their laborious task, equipped with sickles and surrounded by delicate butterflies. The artist's ability to capture both the beauty of nature and the hardships faced by these hardworking individuals is truly commendable. Alexei Venetsianov, who established his own school of painting and was appointed court painter by Tsar Nicholas I, demonstrates his exceptional talent through this piece. The painting now resides in The State Russian Museum in St Petersburg, Russia. The image transports us back to 19th-century rural Russia, where poverty-stricken peasants dedicated their lives to agriculture. Dressed in traditional attire - blouses for women and headdresses or headscarves for both men and women - they are immersed in harvesting wheat during summer season. Amongst them flutter vibrant red admiral butterflies, symbolizing hope amidst adversity. These insects serve as a reminder that even within challenging circumstances, there can be moments of beauty and tranquility. "The Reapers" not only captures the essence of farm life but also highlights the resilience and strength exhibited by these workers. It serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles endured by those living off the land while showcasing Venetsianov's mastery at depicting human emotions through art. This print from "The Russian State Museum" allows us to appreciate both the historical significance and artistic brilliance behind this iconic piece created nearly two centuries ago.
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