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La Bouchée de pain : vieil homme s'appuyant sur des cannes, c.1904. Creator: Fernand Pelez
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La Bouchée de pain : vieil homme s'appuyant sur des cannes, c.1904. Creator: Fernand Pelez
La Bouchee de pain : vieil homme s'appuyant sur des cannes, c.1904
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Canvas Material Difficult Difficulty Elderly Man Fernand Emmanuel Pelez Fernand Pelez Hardship Hunger Hungry Old Man Old Men Pelez Fernand Pelez Fernand Emmanuel Realist Social Class Walking Stick Working Class
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La Bouchée de Pain: Vieil Homme s'appuyant sur des Canes," or "The Bread Crumb: An Old Man Leaning on Walking Sticks," is a poignant and evocative oil on canvas painting by the renowned French Realist artist Fernand Pelez, created in the early 20th century around 1904. The painting depicts an elderly man in a full-length portrait, dressed in simple and worn clothing, leaning heavily on two walking sticks as he stands in a difficult and seemingly unstable position. The man's profile is in sharp contrast to the rich, vibrant colors and textures of the canvas material, which adds to the sense of tension and hardship in the image. The painting is a powerful representation of the struggles and challenges faced by the working and poor classes during this period in France. The title "La Bouchée de Pain," or "The Bread Crumb," further emphasizes the theme of hunger and poverty, as the man appears to be barely holding on to a meager existence. The painting is now a cherished part of the heritage art collection, and can be found in various museums in Paris, including the Petit Palais. Fernand Pelez, born in 1867 in Cordoba, Spain, but raised and educated in France, was a leading figure in the Realist artistic movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works often depicted the harsh realities of everyday life, with a focus on the human condition and the struggles of the working and poor classes. This painting, with its powerful and evocative imagery, is a testament to Pelez's skill as a painter and his commitment to capturing the essence of the human experience. The painting's composition, with the old man standing alone and vulnerable, invites the viewer to contemplate the man's story and the challenges he faces. The use of oil on canvas adds to the richness and depth of the image, making it a timeless and enduring work of art that continues to resonate with audiences today.
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