Shepherds Resting

Jean François Millet

Created:

Movement:

1858

Realism

key Notes:

Rural tranquility, pastoral realism.

Dimensions:

29 1/8 x 36 1/4 in. (74 x 92 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Shepherds Resting," painted by Jean-François Millet in 1856, exemplifies the artist's focus on rural life and the dignity of peasant labor, reflecting the social realities of 19th-century France. The work is characterized by its naturalistic portrayal of figures and landscape, emphasizing the harmony between humanity and nature, and it has significantly influenced the Realist movement in art.

Description of the work:

"Shepherds Resting," painted by Jean-François Millet in 1856, depicts two shepherds seated on the ground, their bodies relaxed against a backdrop of a pastoral landscape. The composition is characterized by a muted color palette, with earthy tones dominating the scene, and the use of chiaroscuro enhances the figures' connection to the natural environment, emphasizing the themes of rural life and labor.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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