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Peasant

Auguste Giraudon's Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image captures a person walking through a natural setting. They are seen from the back, slightly bent forward, with one leg stepping forward as if in motion. Their head is obscured by a wide, floppy hat. The person wears loose pants, a poncho with fringe, and clogs. They carry a bundle with a wooden crutch and a forked tool on their shoulders. The surroundings include dense bushes and trees, suggesting an outdoor, possibly rural environment with grassy, uneven terrain.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1870
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
4744 × 3428 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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