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Woman with a Wheelbarrow

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The artwork presents a moment of rural life, bathed in the soft, diffused light of a sunny day. A woman, dressed in a practical, long-sleeved top and a blue apron, is the focal point. She is pushing a wheelbarrow filled with what appears to be freshly cut greens. The artist's technique is evident in the pointillist application of paint, where tiny, distinct dots of color blend in the viewer's eye to create form and texture. The effect is a shimmering, almost vibrating quality to the light and atmosphere.

Behind her, a little girl stands, a small figure in the distance, adding a sense of scale and narrative. The background is a lush tapestry of greens and blues, suggesting a garden or a rural landscape. The artist masterfully uses the contrast between the woman's sturdy form and the delicate, dappled light to create a sense of both solidity and airiness. The overall impression is one of quiet industry and the simple beauty of everyday life.

Woman with a Wheelbarrow

Camille Pissarro

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Created:

1892

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Dimensions:

3294 × 4000 px
385 × 463 mm

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