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Flemish Peasant
A portrait sculpture of a Flemish peasant man, his face is heavily lined, and bears a stern facial expression. Date: circa 1917
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This evocative portrait sculpture captures the essence of a Flemish peasant man, his heavily lined face and stern facial expression conveying the weight of labor and the passage of time. Dated circa 1917, the sculpture is a poignant representation of the rural working class of the Flemish region in Belgium. The artist's masterful use of color and texture brings the subject to life, inviting the viewer to contemplate the man's story and the challenges of his daily existence. This image is taken from the September volume of Georges Minne's "March of the Women" collection, published by an esteemed European art magazine. Minne (1866-1941) was a renowned Belgian sculptor, known for his expressive and powerful works that often depicted the human form in motion. The "March of the Women" series, which includes this portrait, was inspired by the artist's observations of the working class and the struggles they faced. The collection was widely acclaimed for its raw emotional intensity and its ability to capture the spirit of the working people of Flemish society. This sculpture is a testament to the enduring power of art to capture the human experience and to preserve the stories of the past. Its inclusion in Minne's "March of the Women" collection underscores the artist's commitment to portraying the lives of the working class with authenticity and empathy, making it a valuable addition to any art collection or historical archive.
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