| Author |
Hurll, Estelle M. (Estelle May), 1863-1924 |
| Title |
Jean François Millet
A Collection of Fifteen Pictures and a Portrait of the Painter, with Introduction and Interpretation
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 70.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Leah Moser, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"Jean François Millet" by Estelle M. Hurll is a collection of art interpretations accompanied by a portrait of the painter, published in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the esteemed French artist Jean François Millet, known for his vivid depictions of peasant life, showcasing various aspects of labor and the human connection to the land through a selection of fifteen of his paintings. The opening of the book presents a preface and a detailed introduction discussing Millet's distinctive style, his artistic philosophy, and his dedication to portraying rural, working-class subjects authentically. It highlights how Millet’s art emanates from his observations of nature, specifically the life of peasants, emphasizing the strong connection between people and their environment. The introduction sets the stage for analyzing each artwork included in the collection, refining the reader's understanding of Millet’s significant contributions to art and the depth of human experience depicted in his works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
ND: Fine Arts: Painting
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| Subject |
Millet, Jean François, 1814-1875
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13119 |
| Release Date |
Aug 5, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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