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Peasant with a Staff, 1941 (pen and black ink, grey wash and pencil on paper)
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Peasant with a Staff, 1941 (pen and black ink, grey wash and pencil on paper)
1196006 Peasant with a Staff, 1941 (pen and black ink, grey wash and pencil on paper) by Gonzalez, Julio (1876-1942); 30.9x19.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Spanish, out of copyright
Media ID 22871762
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1940s 1941 Accessories Artist Spanish Black Ink Body Type Destitute Female Garment Gonzalez Gray Gray Wash Grey Grey Wash Hand Out Hardship Head Tilted Human Build In Ink Ink Drawing Julio Gonzalez Loneliness Lonely Lonliness Mature Mature Adult Mature Woman Mature Women Maturity Middle Aged Mounted On Paper Negative Concept On Paper Opressed Pencil Pencil Drawing Personal Accessory Sculptor Skinny Social Commentary Social Issues Spanish Art Spanish Artist Staff Stick Thin Third Class Using Hands Wash Woman Alone Accessory Ethnic Origin Portrait Style Portraiture
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This print, titled "Peasant with a Staff, 1941" by Spanish artist Julio Gonzalez, transports us to the rural countryside of early 20th century Spain. The portrait-style image depicts a solitary female figure standing outdoors, her weathered face and frail frame revealing the hardships of her life. Dressed in simple garments that reflect her poverty-stricken existence, the woman clings onto a walking stick for support. Her posture exudes both resilience and weariness as she gazes directly at the viewer with an expression tinged with loneliness. Gonzalez's masterful use of pen and ink, grey wash, and pencil on paper brings depth to this poignant portrayal. The subtle shading adds texture to the woman's clothing while capturing every wrinkle on her face. The monochromatic palette emphasizes the starkness of her surroundings. Through this artwork, Gonzalez sheds light on social issues prevalent during his time - poverty, destitution, and oppression faced by those living in rural areas. This piece serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles endured by individuals who often go unnoticed in society. "Peasant with a Staff" is not just an artistic creation; it is also a historical document that reflects both the artist's skill and his empathy towards marginalized communities. As we contemplate this image today, it prompts us to consider our own responsibility towards creating a more equitable world for all.
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