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Young Stone Breaker, c. 1864 - 1865 (black crayon on thin off-white wove paper)
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Young Stone Breaker, c. 1864 - 1865 (black crayon on thin off-white wove paper)
1217891 Young Stone Breaker, c. 1864 - 1865 (black crayon on thin off-white wove paper) by Courbet, Gustave (1819-77); 29.5x21.1 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22966804
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Arduous Back View Hard Work Heavy Lifting Ragged Realist Rear View Weight Westernart Labourer
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This black crayon print, titled "Young Stone Breaker" captures the essence of hard work and determination during a bygone era. Created by Gustave Courbet in 1864-1865, this piece showcases the artist's realist style and attention to detail. The image depicts a young boy from behind, his ragged clothes suggesting a life of poverty. With his back hunched under the weight he carries, we witness the arduous labor of stone breaking. The heaviness is palpable as he lifts each stone with great effort. Courbet masterfully portrays the physical strain endured by this young worker through delicate strokes on thin off-white wove paper. The viewer can almost feel the weight and hear the sound of stones being shattered. In this poignant scene, we are reminded of the hardships faced by child laborers during that time period. It serves as a powerful commentary on social inequality and economic struggles. Now housed at Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, UK, this artwork continues to evoke emotions and provoke thought about societal issues that persist today. As we gaze upon this drawing, let us reflect on our own roles in creating a more equitable world for all children who deserve an opportunity to thrive beyond their circumstances.
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