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Harvesting. Summer, mid 1820s, (1965). Creator: Aleksey Venetsianov
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Harvesting. Summer, mid 1820s, (1965). Creator: Aleksey Venetsianov
Harvesting. Summer, mid 1820s, (1965). Russian peasants gathering in the wheat. Painting in the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow. From " Russian Painting of the 18th and 19th Centuries" by Vladimir Fiala. [Artia, Czechoslovakia, 1965]
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This print titled "Harvesting" by Aleksey Venetsianov captures the essence of rural life in mid-1820s Russia. The painting, housed in the State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, depicts a scene of Russian peasants gathering wheat during the summer harvest season. The image showcases a group of hardworking agricultural workers, both men and women, laboring together in the fields. Among them is a mother breastfeeding her baby while tending to her duties barefoot. This intimate portrayal of motherhood amidst manual labor highlights the resilience and strength of these individuals. Venetsianov's use of color brings vibrancy to this rustic setting, with golden grain swaying in the breeze against a backdrop of rolling countryside. The artist's attention to detail is evident as he skillfully portrays each figure engaged in their tasks, wielding sickles as their primary tool for harvesting. Through this artwork, Venetsianov captures not only the physicality but also the spirit and unity within rural communities during this period. It serves as a poignant reminder of an era marked by poverty and hardship yet characterized by strong familial bonds and determination. This print offers viewers an opportunity to reflect on historical agricultural practices while appreciating Venetsianov's artistic talent and his ability to convey human emotion through his brushstrokes.
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