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Soup for the Masses on a Winter Day, Paris, 1881 (oil on canvas)
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Soup for the Masses on a Winter Day, Paris, 1881 (oil on canvas)
989403 Soup for the Masses on a Winter Day, Paris, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Goeneutte, Norbert (1854-94); 56x46.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Soup for the Masses on a Winter Day, Paris. Norbert Goeneutte (1854-1894). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1881. 56 x 46.5cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22745084
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1880s 1881 Active Artist Spanish Bowl Charity Chill Destitute Flatware Hardship Household Equipment Hunger Hungry Ile De France Kitchenware Ladle Masses Medium Group Medium Group Of People Opressed Physical Activity Service Serving Social Commentary Social Issues Soup Soup Kitchen Spanish Art Spanish Artist Temperature Third Class Utensil Wintry 19th Century European Art 19th Century Painting Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Norbert Goeneutte Occupation Positive Concepts
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Soup for the Masses on a Winter Day, Paris, 1881
EDITORS COMMENTS
is a captivating oil painting by Norbert Goeneutte that transports viewers to the bustling streets of nineteenth-century Paris. The artist skillfully captures the essence of this wintry scene, depicting a group of impoverished men and women gathered around a large cauldron filled with steaming soup. The painting's composition draws attention to the central figure, an elderly man holding a ladle as he serves soup to his fellow citizens. Their weary expressions and tattered clothing evoke feelings of hardship and destitution, highlighting the social issues prevalent during this era. Goeneutte's meticulous brushwork brings life to each character in the scene, showcasing his mastery in capturing human emotion. The artist's use of warm colors against a cold backdrop creates a stark contrast that further emphasizes both the physical and emotional struggles faced by these individuals. This artwork not only serves as an important historical document but also prompts us to reflect on themes such as poverty, hunger, and compassion that are still relevant today. "Soup for the Masses on a Winter Day" reminds us of our shared humanity and encourages empathy towards those less fortunate. Displayed in private collections worldwide, this masterpiece continues to captivate audiences with its poignant portrayal of everyday life in late nineteenth-century Paris.
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