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Woodcutter, 1855-1857. Creator: Paul Gavarni
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Woodcutter, 1855-1857. Creator: Paul Gavarni
Woodcutter, 1855-1857
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This woodcut print, titled "Woodcutter," was created by the renowned French artist Paul Gavarni between 1855 and 1857. A prominent figure of the Realist and Regionalist artistic movements of the 19th century, Gavarni masterfully captured the essence of rural life with his intricate and evocative drawings. In this full-length portrait, we see a weary woodcutter, identified as Chevalier Guillaume Sulpice, seated beside a felled tree trunk. His worn work clothes and the axe at his side suggest that he has spent a long day in the forest, felling trees for firewood or construction. The woodcutter's profile is etched with lines of exhaustion, yet his posture remains strong and determined. The woodcutter is surrounded by the natural beauty of the forest, with trees and plants in various stages of growth in the background. The artist's use of ink on moderately thick, slightly textured wove paper, with white heightening on blue-white paper, creates a striking contrast between the dark, intricate lines of the woodcutter and the lighter, more delicate tones of the forest. This image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a rural worker, highlighting the physical labor and connection to nature that characterized the lives of many people during this period. The woodcutter's tired yet resilient demeanor speaks to the enduring spirit of the working class, making this print a poignant and timeless representation of the human experience.
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