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Woman Carding Wool, (oil on canvas)
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Woman Carding Wool, (oil on canvas)
989667 Woman Carding Wool, (oil on canvas) by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 90.2x74.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman Carding Wool; La Cardeuse. Jean-Francois Millet (1814-1875). Oil on canvas. 90.2 x 74.9cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22523874
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Accessories Barbizon Barbizon School Carding Concentrating Concentration Headscarf Jean Francois Millet Livelihood Mid 19th Century Mid Nineteenth Century Millet Naturalism Personal Accessory Realism Realist Sewing Equipment Spinning Wheel Traditional Craft Vocation Woman Alone Wool Working Life 19th Century European Art Accessory Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Headwear Occupation
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This oil painting by Jean-Francois Millet showcases the artist's exceptional talent in capturing the essence of everyday life. Titled "Woman Carding Wool" this masterpiece depicts a young woman engrossed in her work, carding wool with utmost concentration. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate portrayal of the textile and the woman's posture as she sits, fully immersed in her task. Millet, a prominent French artist of the nineteenth century, was known for his realistic and naturalistic style. In this artwork, he beautifully captures not only the physical appearance but also the atmosphere of a mid-nineteenth-century working environment. The woman's headscarf and traditional attire reflect both her occupation and ethnic origin. The use of warm colors and soft brushstrokes adds depth to this scene set indoors. It allows viewers to feel as though they are witnessing an intimate moment within someone's livelihood. The presence of a spinning wheel nearby further emphasizes that this is no ordinary snapshot but rather a representation of traditional craft. As we admire this painting from Fine Art Finder, we are transported back in time to witness an important aspect of women's work during that era. Millet skillfully immortalizes not just one woman alone but also pays homage to all those who dedicated their lives to such laborious tasks. Overall, "Woman Carding Wool" serves as a testament to Millet's mastery as well as an insightful glimpse into historical working life through artistry at its finest.
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