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The Midday Repast, (oil on canvas)
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The Midday Repast, (oil on canvas)
827303 The Midday Repast, (oil on canvas) by Dupre, Julien (1851-1910); 54.6x65.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Midday Repast. Julien Dupre (1851-1910). Oil on canvas. 54.6 x 65.4cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22484926
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Active Agricultural Occupation Agricultural Worker Background People Behaviour Bended Knee Black Color Black Colour Blouse Bowl Bread Break Bystander Crop Crops Cutlery Diminishing Perspective Distance Distant Drinking Utensil Dupre Expression Facial Expression Facial Hair Farm Worker Farmworker Female Garment Flatware Gesture Gesturing Hand Gesture Hand Movement Hand Raised Harvest Harvester Harvesting Haying Haymaking Haystack Headscarf Household Equipment Julien Dupre Kitchenware Looking Down Lunch Lunchtime Mature Mature Adult Mature Man Mature Men Maturity Mid Day Midday Middle Aged Moment Mustache Naturalism Noon Noontime Perspective Physical Activity Pose Posed Posing Position Pouring Quiet Quietly Realism Realist Receding View Repast Repose Rest Resting Rural Life Shirt Skirt Spoon Straw Hat Taking A Rest Temperament Trousers Using Hands Utensil Waistcoat White Color 19th Century European Art Artist French Dine Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Headwear Mealtime Portrait Style Portraiture Young Woman
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The Midday Repast
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by Julien Dupre is a captivating oil painting that transports viewers to the serene countryside of nineteenth-century France. In this intimate portrait-style artwork, Dupre skillfully captures the essence of rural life and the simple pleasures found in everyday moments. The scene depicts a group of farmworkers taking a break from their laborious tasks to enjoy a midday meal. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the portrayal of each individual, showcasing their distinct personalities and attire. A mature man with a distinguished mustache kneels on the ground, while another stands nearby wearing a straw hat and waistcoat. A woman dressed in traditional French garments sits close by, her headscarf adding an authentic touch to the composition. The use of naturalism and realism adds depth and authenticity to "The Midday Repast". The vibrant colors bring life to the canvas, particularly highlighting the lush green landscape surrounding them. The careful placement of kitchenware and food further enhances our connection with these hardworking individuals as they find solace amidst nature's beauty. Dupre's masterful technique invites us into this peaceful moment, allowing us to appreciate not only his artistic skill but also reflect on simpler times when meals were shared outdoors under open skies. This print serves as both an exquisite piece of fine art and a window into history—a reminder that even in our fast-paced world, there is value in pausing for nourishment and companionship during our own midday repasts.
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