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Gruel (Little Girl Eating her Soup), 1872 (oil on canvas)
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Gruel (Little Girl Eating her Soup), 1872 (oil on canvas)
989756 Gruel (Little Girl Eating her Soup), 1872 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 80.9x50.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Gruel (Little Girl Eating her Soup); La Bouillie (Petite Fille Mangeant sa Soupe). William Adolphe Bouguereau (1825-1905). Oil on canvas. Signed and dated 1872. 80.9 x 50.2cm.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23292652
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1870s 1872 Academi Academic Art Academic School Academic Style Active Adolphe William Bouguereau Bare Feet Bare Foot Barefeet Barefoot Bouguereau Bowl Chimney Chimney Piece Destitute Direct Gaze Feet Female Garment Fireplace Fireside Fitting Foot Girl Alone Gruel Hardship Hearth Household Equipment Kitchenware Leafed Leafy Little Looking At Camera One Girl Only Opressed Physical Activity Plant Part Size Skirt Social Commentary Social Issues Soup Third Class William Adolphe Bouguereau William Bouguereau 19th Century European Art Apparel Artist French Dine Ember Ethnic Origin French Art French Artist Portrait Style Portraiture
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Gruel (Little Girl Eating her Soup), 1872
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is a captivating oil painting by the renowned French artist William-Adolphe Bouguereau. This poignant artwork, measuring 80.9x50.2 cm, depicts a young girl sitting alone at a fireside, engrossed in her simple meal of gruel. Bouguereau's masterful use of light and shadow brings depth to the scene, highlighting the girl's delicate features and emphasizing her solitary presence. The artist's attention to detail is evident in every brushstroke, from the texture of the girl's clothing to the flickering flames in the fireplace. This evocative portrait captures not only an intimate moment but also speaks volumes about social issues prevalent during that time period. The little girl's bare feet and worn attire hint at poverty and hardship, while her direct gaze towards the viewer conveys resilience and strength. The composition exudes a sense of tranquility as we witness this young girl finding solace amidst challenging circumstances. Bouguereau skillfully invites us into her world through his realistic portrayal, allowing us to empathize with her experience. "Gruel (Little Girl Eating her Soup), 1872" serves as a timeless reminder of both human vulnerability and resilience. It stands as a testament to Bouguereau's mastery in capturing emotions on canvas while shedding light on societal realities that transcend time.
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