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Peasant Woman Collecting Wood, Italy, c. 1870-2 (oil on canvas)
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Peasant Woman Collecting Wood, Italy, c. 1870-2 (oil on canvas)
1197553 Peasant Woman Collecting Wood, Italy, c. 1870-2 (oil on canvas) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 52.7x42.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22318138
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1870 1870s 1872 Active Barbizon Barbizon School Bending Calm Collecting Corot Destitute Distance Distant Foliage Hardship Heavy Jean Baptiste Camille Corot Naturalism Opressed Overlooking Peace Peaceful Physical Activity Picking Up Plant Part Position Quiet Realism Realist Residence Routine Rural Life Social Commentary Social Issues Third Class Thoroughfare Tranquil Tranquility Using Hands Ways Woman Alone 19th Century European Art Artist French French Art French Artist Positive Concepts
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This print showcases Jean Baptiste Camille Corot's masterpiece, "Peasant Woman Collecting Wood, Italy". Painted between 1870 and 1872, this oil on canvas artwork measures 52.7x42.6 cm and is currently held in a private collection. Corot, a renowned French artist of the nineteenth century, skillfully captures the essence of rural life in this realistic and naturalistic composition. The painting depicts a peasant woman bending down to collect wood amidst the picturesque Italian countryside. The distant houses overlooking the scene add an element of tranquility to the overall ambiance. The artist's attention to detail is evident in his portrayal of poverty and hardship faced by those living in destitution during that time period. However, despite their struggles, there is a sense of quiet resilience as the woman carries out her daily tasks with determination. The lush foliage surrounding her emphasizes the harmony between human existence and nature itself. This harmonious interaction between man and environment reflects Corot's ability to capture both scenic beauty and social issues within his works. Overall, this stunning piece evokes feelings of peace and serenity while shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals living in rural areas during late nineteenth-century Europe. It serves as a poignant reminder of our connection with nature and highlights the strength found within everyday actions performed by women like this peasant collecting wood alone along a path under oppressive circumstances.
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