Harvesters Resting – (Jean-François Millet) Previous Next


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Style: Realism

Topic: Arts Scenes

Date: 1853

Size: 67 x 119 cm

Museum: Museum of Fine Arts (Boston, United States)

Technique: Oil On Canvas

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Size and Media

Harvesters Resting is an impressive work of art, measuring 67 x 119 cm and created with the rich and vibrant medium of oil on canvas. This painting is a true testament to Millet's mastery of the medium and his ability to capture the beauty and complexity of rural life.

Style and Date

Harvesters Resting is a prime example of Millet's signature style, Realism. This painting was created between 1850 and 1853, during the height of the Realism movement in France. Millet was known for his depictions of rural life and labor, and Harvesters Resting is no exception.

Location

Harvesters Resting can be found on display at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts. However, with Wikioo.org's canvas prints and oil-painted replicas, you can bring this masterpiece into your own home and enjoy its beauty every day.

History

Harvesters Resting is a painting with a rich history. Millet conceived this painting as a depiction of the biblical story of Ruth, a poor widow who supported herself by gathering grain left behind by the harvesters. When the artist first exhibited the painting in 1853, it was met with controversy and criticism for its socially-oriented subject matter. However, over time, the painting has come to be recognized as a masterpiece of Realism art and a powerful commentary on the lives of rural workers.

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