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Girl with Hay Rake, 1878. Creator: Winslow Homer
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Girl with Hay Rake, 1878. Creator: Winslow Homer
Girl with Hay Rake, 1878
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Bonnet Breeze Gradient Hay Making Haymaking Homer Winslow Rake Tools Uphill Watercolor On Wove Paper Wind Windy Winslow Homer Agricultural Worker Artistic Movement Farm Hand Farm Labourer Farm Worker Farmhand Farmworker Realism
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Girl with Hay Rake, 1878 - A Captivating Glimpse into Rural Life in 19th Century America
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. This enchanting print captures a moment frozen in time - the year is 1878, and Winslow Homer's artistic brilliance brings us face to face with a young girl immersed in her daily agricultural duties. Standing proudly on an uphill slope, she holds a hay rake firmly in her hands, embodying the resilience and strength of farm workers during this era. Homer's attention to detail is evident as he skillfully portrays the girl's clothing fluttering gently in the breeze. Her bonnet shields her from both the wind and sun as she navigates through lush greenery and towering trees that surround her. The vibrant colors of nature are beautifully contrasted against the gradient sky, adding depth to this portrait. Intriguingly, Homer's work falls within the realm of realism - an artistic movement that sought to depict everyday life with utmost accuracy. This piece serves as a testament to his mastery of watercolor on wove paper technique, showcasing his ability to capture not only physical landscapes but also emotions evoked by rural existence. As we gaze upon this artwork displayed at the National Gallery of Art Washington, we are transported back in time; we can almost feel the wind blowing through our hair and hear distant sounds of nature. Winslow Homer has immortalized this young farmhand forever etching her contribution into American heritage art.
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