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Return from the Fields, c. 1846-1847 (oil on fabric)
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Return from the Fields, c. 1846-1847 (oil on fabric)
499811 Return from the Fields, c.1846-1847 (oil on fabric)
by Millet, Jean-Francois (1814-75); 68x60 (framed) 46.2x37.8 (unframed) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: This idealized vision of noble peasant life was painted during a period of intense industrialization in France, accompanied by economic depression and the abandonment of farms. Nostalgic peasant scenes were especially popular in the 1840s, a stark contrast to the disillusionment and tension that would violently surface in the Revolution of 1848. The vague shapes and faces of the family seen here make them symbols of the land, rather than individuals.
); Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23238596
© Mr. and Mrs. William H. Marlatt Fund / Bridgeman Images
Asleep Breast Nocturne Peasants Straw Hat Wheelbarrow
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Return from the Fields, c. 1846-1847
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is a captivating oil painting by Jean-Francois Millet that depicts an idealized vision of noble peasant life during a time of great change in France. This artwork, housed in the Cleveland Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the nostalgia and yearning for simpler times that permeated society amidst intense industrialization and economic depression. In this scene, we see a family returning home from their laborious day in the fields. The vague shapes and faces of the individuals emphasize their symbolic representation as embodiments of the land itself rather than distinct personalities. The artist's intention seems to be highlighting their connection to nature and portraying them as guardians of traditional agricultural practices. The composition exudes tranquility as night falls upon the rural landscape. A mother tenderly cradles her sleeping infant while her husband rests nearby on a wheelbarrow filled with tools used for farming. Their child slumbers peacefully beside them, nestled among bundles of straw. Millet's masterful use of light adds depth and atmosphere to this nocturne scene, casting soft shadows across the figures and illuminating subtle details such as straw hats worn by both parents. This painting serves not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as a poignant reminder of humanity's deep-rooted relationship with nature and our longing for simplicity amidst societal upheaval.
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