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Peasant-Girls with Brushwood (Les Charbonnieres), c1852. Artist: Jean Francois Millet
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Peasant-Girls with Brushwood (Les Charbonnieres), c1852. Artist: Jean Francois Millet
Peasant-Girls with Brushwood (Les Charbonnieres), c1852. Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-1875). Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow
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Barbizon School Dark Firewood Gathering Jean Francois Jean Francois Millet Millet Peasant Peasants Snowing Tree Trunk
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In this 19th-century oil painting by Jean Francois Millet, titled "Peasant-Girls with Brushwood (Les Charbonnieres)" we are transported to the rural countryside of France. The dark and wintry scene depicts two young peasant girls gathering brushwood in the forest at nightfall. With snow gently falling around them, they huddle together for warmth beside a tree trunk laden with firewood. Millet, a prominent artist from the Barbizon School, masterfully captures the essence of poverty and hard work that defined rural life during this time period. The somber tones and delicate brushwork evoke a sense of melancholy as we witness these girls laboring in harsh conditions to provide heat for their homes. The composition highlights not only their physical struggle but also their resilience and determination. Despite their impoverished circumstances, there is an undeniable beauty in their quiet strength and unity against nature's elements. Displayed within the esteemed collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts in Moscow, this artwork serves as a poignant reminder of the hardships faced by peasants throughout history. It invites us to reflect on themes such as social inequality, human perseverance, and our connection to nature. Through Millet's skillful portrayal and attention to detail, "Peasant-Girls with Brushwood" transports us back in time while simultaneously sparking contemplation about timeless issues that continue to shape our world today.
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