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LEGA, Silvestro (1826-1895). Peasant woman with
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LEGA, Silvestro (1826-1895). Peasant woman with
LEGA, Silvestro (1826-1895). Peasant woman with hay. 2nd half 19th c. Realism. Oil on canvas. ITALY. Milan. Galleria d Arte Moderna (Gallery of Modern Art)
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This evocative oil on canvas painting, titled "Peasant Woman with Hay," is a masterpiece by the renowned Italian Realist artist, Silvestro Legacy (1826-1895). Painted in the second half of the 19th century, this artwork captures the authenticity and simplicity of rural life in Italy during that era. The scene is set outdoors, in the vibrant daylight of an Italian village, with the Milan Cathedral and other urban structures subtly visible in the background. The painting portrays a peasant woman, her weathered face etched with the lines of time and toil, as she carefully arranges hay bales. Her worn, traditional clothing and sturdy footwear are indicative of her humble occupation and the hardships she endures. The hay, piled high and golden in the sunlight, symbolizes the cycle of life and the essential role of agriculture in the community. Legacy's exceptional use of color and brushwork brings the scene to life, capturing the textures and nuances of the peasant woman's worn clothing, the rough hay bales, and the sun-kissed landscape. This vertical composition, with its rich, earthy tones, invites the viewer to contemplate the resilience and dignity of the rural working class and the beauty of the Italian countryside. This artwork is a cherished treasure of the Galleria d'Arte Moderna in Milan, Italy, a testament to Legacy's enduring influence on the Realist movement and his ability to capture the essence of everyday life in 19th-century Italy.
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