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Woman Emptying a Pail, 1856/1857. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
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Woman Emptying a Pail, 1856/1857. Creator: Jean Francois Millet
Woman Emptying a Pail, 1856/1857
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Art Movement Barbizon Barbizon School Bucket Chore Chores Crayon Daily Life Domestic Emptying Household Jean Francois Millet Jf Millet Millet Jean Francois Outline Pail
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Woman Emptying a Pail" is a captivating black and white drawing by the renowned French artist Jean Francois Millet, created between 1856 and 1857. This masterpiece, executed in black crayon over red chalk on ivory wove paper that has discolored to tan, is a testament to Millet's exceptional artistic skill and his deep connection to rural life. The drawing depicts a young woman in a simple, rustic setting, absorbed in the daily chore of emptying a pail. The woman, dressed in traditional rural attire, is shown in profile, her expression one of quiet determination as she completes her task. The pail, which she holds in one hand, is emptying into a large, shallow basin. The scene is set in the countryside, with the faint outlines of trees and a distant farmhouse visible in the background. Millet's "Woman Emptying a Pail" is a quintessential example of the Barbizon School, a French artistic movement that emerged in the mid-19th century and focused on depicting rural life and landscapes. The drawing's black and white composition adds to its sense of timelessness and authenticity, transporting viewers to a simpler, more pastoral era. This drawing is now part of the esteemed collection of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it continues to inspire and captivate audiences. Millet's "Woman Emptying a Pail" is a poignant reminder of the beauty and dignity of daily life, and the enduring power of art to capture and preserve the essence of human experience.
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