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Jean-Francois Millet's 'The Gleaners' is an oil painting measuring 32-7/8 x 43-3/4 inches, housed at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris. Explore additional images of Impressionist artworks.In The Gleaners (1857), Jean-François Millet (1817-1875)
masterfully blended romanticism and naturalism, portraying rural workers with dignity in their natural environment. His work challenged Salon conventions and uniquely captured the fleeting spirit of modern life.
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Jean-François Millet's The Gleaners depicts the village of Barbizon, located near the Forest of Fontainbleau on the outskirts of Paris. This area became a hub for plein-air painters during the 1840s and 1850s.
Millet moved to Barbizon in 1849 but seldom focused on pure landscapes. His portrayal of farm laborers combined naturalism and romanticism, highlighting their imposing figures against the breathtaking play of natural light in the countryside.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Debra N. Mancoff, an esteemed art historian and lecturer, has authored multiple publications on 19th-century European and American art. She currently serves as a scholar in residence at the Newberry Library.
