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A Young Peasant Girl, Sleeping, 1874 (oil on canvas)
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A Young Peasant Girl, Sleeping, 1874 (oil on canvas)
989269 A Young Peasant Girl, Sleeping, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Perrault, Leon Bazile (1832-1908); 94.7x155 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Young Peasant Girl, Sleeping. Leon Bazile Perrault (1832-1908). Oil on canvas. Painted in 1874. 94.7 x 155cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23689760
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Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Accessories Asleep Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefeet Barefoot Crop Crops Destitute Dozing Feet Female Garment Foot Girl Alone Hands Behind Head Hardship Harvest Harvester Harvesting Haying Haymaking Lying Lying Down Lying On Ground One Girl Only Opressed Perrault Personal Accessory Reaper Scythe Sickle Skirt Social Commentary Social Issues Teenage Girl Third Class Tool 19th Century European Art Accessory Artist French Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Youthful
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A Young Peasant Girl, Sleeping
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is a captivating oil painting by French artist Leon Bazile Perrault. Created in 1874, this stunning artwork measures 94.7 x 155cm and depicts a teenage girl peacefully dozing off in the countryside. The young girl lies on a bed of hay, her bare feet exposed as she rests with her hands behind her head. Dressed in simple peasant attire, she represents the harsh realities of poverty and destitution that many faced during this era. Perrault's academic style shines through in his meticulous attention to detail and use of vibrant colors. The red skirt worn by the girl adds a striking contrast against the natural tones of the rural landscape. Through this painting, Perrault not only captures the physical hardships endured by peasants but also highlights their resilience and strength. The sickle and basket nearby symbolize their agricultural labor and hard work to sustain themselves. This artwork serves as a poignant reminder of social issues prevalent during the 19th century while showcasing Perrault's skillful portrayal of human emotion and posture. "A Young Peasant Girl, Sleeping" invites viewers to contemplate themes of youth, hardship, and societal inequality that continue to resonate today. This print from Fine Art Finder allows us to appreciate Perrault's masterpiece up close, preserving its beauty for generations to come.
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