Created:
Movement:
1854
Realism
key Notes:
Rural tranquility, Naturalistic detail
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Dimensions:
6 3/4 x 8 3/8 in. (17.1 x 21.3 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Garden Scene," created by Jean-François Millet in 1854, depicts rural laborers engaged in gardening, reflecting the artist's focus on the dignity of peasant life and the connection to nature. The painting is characterized by Millet's use of earthy tones and expressive brushwork, which emphasize the physicality and toil of agricultural work.

Description of the work:

"Garden Scene" by Jean-François Millet, created in 1854, depicts a rural landscape characterized by a lush garden filled with vibrant flowers and verdant foliage, rendered in rich, earthy tones. The composition emphasizes the harmony between nature and human activity, showcasing figures engaged in gardening tasks, which reflect Millet's focus on the dignity of peasant life.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Garden Scene