The inhabitants of Arcachon go up on a shepherd and a peasant holding a cattail

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The inhabitants of Arcachon go up on a shepherd and a peasant holding a cattail

XEE4163251 The inhabitants of Arcachon go up on a shepherd and a peasant holding a cattail. Gironde (33), 1862. Engraving in " Le Monde Illustre" nA'280 of 23 August 1862. by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The inhabitants of Arcachon go up on a shepherd and a peasant holding a cattail. Gironde (33), 1862. Engraving in " Le Monde Illustre" nA'280 of 23 August 1862.); Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright

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This engraving, titled "The inhabitants of Arcachon go up on a shepherd and a peasant holding a cattail" offers a glimpse into the daily life of 19th-century France. The scene takes place in Gironde (33) in 1862, as depicted in the engraving published in "Le Monde Illustre" on August 23rd of that year. In this artwork by Stefano Bianchetti, we see an intriguing mix of characters from different walks of life. A young girl stands atop a shepherd's back while gripping onto his shoulder for support. The shepherd himself holds onto a sturdy staff, symbolizing his role as caretaker and protector of his flock. Next to them stands a humble peasant who grasps onto what appears to be a cattail plant, perhaps representing the connection between man and nature. This detail highlights the importance of agriculture and farming within French society during this era. The image captures not only the diversity among these individuals but also their unity as they come together for this momentary interaction. It serves as an homage to the hardworking population living in Arcachon at that time. Overall, this enchanting print provides us with an intimate snapshot of rural life in Aquitaine, showcasing both human figures and animals against the backdrop of historical France.

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