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The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
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The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881. Creator: Jules Didier
The frame: Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881
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Academic Canvas Material Chopping Compass Compasses Construction Didier Jules Frame Jules Didier Labourer Labourers Lifting Measuring Oil Paint Paint Pair Of Compasses Timber Tools Academic Art Paris Museums Petit Palais
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This sketch by Jules Didier, titled "Sketch for the school in rue Chateau-Landon, 10th arrondissement of Paris, 1881," offers a glimpse into the past of Parisian life during the 19th century. The oil on canvas painting, now housed in the Petit Palais museum, depicts three laborers at work constructing a school building. The scene is set against the backdrop of Paris, with the axe-like shape of the Eiffel Tower barely visible in the distance. Didier masterfully captures the essence of hard labor as the men use a variety of tools, including compasses and a pair of chopping axes, to lift and place timber beams. Their focused expressions and determined postures convey the dedication and commitment required to bring the institution to fruition. The use of oil paint adds depth and texture to the image, bringing the rough texture of the wood and the worn clothing of the laborers to life. The sketch serves as a reminder of the importance of education and the tireless efforts of those who build and maintain the institutions that shape our communities. It also highlights the rich artistic heritage of France and the academic tradition of academic art, which emphasizes the representation of reality through careful observation and skilled technique.
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