An Elderly Peasant Woman, c. 1878. Creator: Leon-Augustin Lhermitte

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An Elderly Peasant Woman, c. 1878. Creator: Leon-Augustin Lhermitte

An Elderly Peasant Woman, c. 1878

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Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Charcoal Elderly Woman Fuel Labourer Leon Augustin Lhermitte Lhermitte Leon Augustin Old Woman Peasant Peasants Scarf Scarves Stumping

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is a captivating black and white drawing by the renowned French artist Leon-Augustin Lhermitte, created around 1878. The image portrays an elderly peasant woman, deeply engrossed in her thoughts as she sits in a rural setting. The woman, dressed in traditional agricultural attire, wears a simple, worn-out dress, a scarf wrapped around her neck, and a pair of sturdy, work-worn shoes. Her hands, calloused from years of labor, rest on her lap, holding a piece of fuel for the fire. This evocative drawing is a testament to the hardships and resilience of rural life during the 19th century. Lhermitte masterfully captures the woman's character and the authenticity of her clothing and surroundings. The use of charcoal with black chalk, stumping, scraping, and erasing on wove paper adds to the raw, textured quality of the artwork. The woman's profile, with her furrowed brow and deeply lined face, exudes a sense of wisdom and experience. Her clothing, though worn and faded, is still fashionable for the time, reflecting the practicality and simplicity of rural life. The drawing is a poignant reminder of the importance of the agricultural laborer in the rural communities of France during the 19th century. This artwork is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, fashion, and the lives of rural workers. It can be found in the prestigious National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world.

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