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La guerisseuse (Witch Doctor). Dans une cabane pauvre et rurale, deux femmes aux pieds nus et habillees de robes folkloriques observent avec anxiete un vieil homme boire un remede a base de plantes
FIA5377672 La guerisseuse (Witch Doctor). Dans une cabane pauvre et rurale, deux femmes aux pieds nus et habillees de robes folkloriques observent avec anxiete un vieil homme boire un remede a base de plantes, a cote de lui un pilon pour preparer les melanges medicinaux. Sur les murs de la cabane, des plantes sont suspendues. Peinture de Grigori (Grigoriy, Grigory) Grigoryevich Myasoyedov (Myasoedov, Miasoedov) (1834-1911), huile sur toile, 1860. Art russe, scene de genre, 19e siecle. State A. Radishchev Art Mseum, Saratov (Russie). by Myasoedov, Grigori Grigoryevich (1834-1911); Radishchev State Art Museum, Saratov, Russia; Photo © Fine Art Images
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Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this 19th-century Russian painting titled "La guerisseuse (Witch Doctor)" we are transported to a humble rural cabin where two barefoot women, dressed in traditional folk costumes, anxiously observe an elderly man drinking a herbal remedy. By his side sits a mortar and pestle used for preparing medicinal mixtures, while plants hang from the walls of the cabin. The artist, Grigori Grigoryevich Myasoyedov, skillfully captures the scene of medical care in a time when alternative medicine played an important role in people's lives. The vibrant colors and attention to detail bring life to this moment frozen in time. As we gaze upon this artwork, we are reminded of the rich cultural heritage and traditions that shaped Russian society during the 19th century. It is evident that healthcare was deeply rooted in nature and spirituality, as depicted by the presence of plants and references to witchcraft. This painting evokes feelings of fear and anxiety surrounding illness and treatment during that era. It serves as a reminder of how far medical science has progressed since then while also highlighting the importance of understanding different perspectives on health and healing. "La guerisseuse (Witch Doctor)" invites us to reflect on our own beliefs about medicine and reminds us that throughout history, people have sought remedies beyond conventional practices. This thought-provoking piece continues to captivate viewers with its timeless portrayal of human vulnerability intertwined with ancient wisdom passed down through generations.
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