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Le paysan. Creator: Charles Louis Lingée
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Le paysan. Creator: Charles Louis Lingée
Le paysan
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1700s Action Agricultural Labourer Agricultural Workers Charles Louis Lingée Etching And Engraving Fragonard Jean Honore Gentry High Class Jean Honoré Fragonard Labourer Lingee Charles Louis Offering Peasant Peasants Refusal Refusing Social Class Upper Class Agricultural Worker Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker Posture
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Le Paysan" by Charles Louis Lingée: A Timeless Portrayal of Agricultural Labor in Eighteenth-Century France Charles Louis Lingée's engraving, "Le Paysan," or "The Peasant," is an evocative and thought-provoking depiction of rural life in eighteenth-century France. This black and white etching and engraving, created during the 1700s, captures the raw energy and determination of agricultural laborers as they toil in the fields. At the center of the image stands a male peasant, his muscular form bent over in a kneeling posture, offering a basket of food to a group of women. The women, dressed in simple clothing, appear to be refusing the offering, perhaps signifying the economic struggles and social tensions that existed between the gentry and the peasantry during this time. The image is reminiscent of Jean-Honoré Fragonard's painting, "The Swing," in its exploration of the contrasts between the high and low classes. The peasant, with his strong, calloused hands and weathered face, is a stark reminder of the physical labor and hardships that were an integral part of agricultural life. The scene is set in a rural location, with rolling hills and verdant fields stretching out in the background. The use of black and white adds to the timeless quality of the image, transporting us back to a bygone era. "Le Paysan" is a poignant reminder of the essential role that agricultural laborers played in the production of food and the maintenance of the social order during the eighteenth century. It is a valuable addition to any art collection, particularly those focused on heritage art, agriculture, and social history. This evocative work of art can be found in many prestigious galleries and art centers, including the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. It is a must-see for anyone interested in the history of art, agriculture, and the social dynamics of eighteenth-century France.
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