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France, Valenciennes, Four moments in the day, the morning, peasants leaving the farm
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France, Valenciennes, Four moments in the day, the morning, peasants leaving the farm
Louis Joseph Watteau (1731-1798), Four Moments in the Day: the Morning, 1774, oil on canvas, 65x84 cm. Detail: paesants leaving the farm
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Media ID 9504487
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1774 18th Century 18th Century Style Agriculture All Horse Riding Arch Cart Farm Gesturing Horse Large Group Of Animals Medium Group Of People Mixed Age Range Morning Oil Painting Peasant Rococo Rural Scene Sheep Village Walking
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of art titled "Four Moments in the Day: the Morning" by Louis Joseph Watteau. Painted in 1774, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures 65x84 cm and depicts a picturesque scene from rural France, specifically Valenciennes. In this detailed section of the painting, we witness peasants leaving their farm at daybreak. The full-length image captures the essence of village life during the 18th century Rococo period. The men and women are seen walking together, gesturing and conversing as they make their way through an arch towards their daily tasks. The composition beautifully incorporates elements of agriculture with horses pulling carts laden with produce while sheep graze peacefully nearby. The building exterior adds to the rustic charm of this scene, evoking a sense of simplicity and harmony within nature. Louis Joseph Watteau's fine art painting skillfully portrays mixed age ranges among these hardworking individuals who rely on farming for their livelihoods. This square-shaped illustration transports us back in time to experience an authentic slice of French countryside life. As we admire this print from Universal Images Group (UIG), it is impossible not to appreciate how it encapsulates both historical significance and artistic brilliance. It serves as a testament to the enduring power that art holds in capturing moments that transcend time itself.
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