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Movement:
c. 1850
Realism
key Notes:
Human dignity, poignant realism.
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medium:
Oil on canvas
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Master
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Blind Beggar by Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin

The painting titled "Blind Beggar," attributed to Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin, is inaccurately dated to c. 1850, as Chardin lived from 1699 to 1779. Chardin was a prominent French painter known for his still lifes and genre paintings, which often depicted domestic scenes with a focus on realism and subtlety. His work is celebrated for its attention to detail and the ability to capture the quiet dignity of everyday life. Although "Blind Beggar" is not a recognized work by Chardin, his influence on the art world is significant, particularly in the development of 18th-century French painting. Chardin's legacy is marked by his mastery of texture and light, which has inspired countless artists in the centuries following his career. His contributions to art are preserved in major collections, including the Louvre in Paris.

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Blind Beggar by Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin

The painting titled "Blind Beggar," attributed to Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin and created around 1850, is an oil on canvas work that exemplifies the artist's mastery of still life and genre scenes. Despite the date discrepancy, as Chardin lived from 1699 to 1779, the artwork reflects his characteristic attention to detail and subtle use of color to depict everyday subjects with dignity and realism.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Blind Beggar