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Harvesters in the Pontine Marshes - Louis Leopold Robert

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Harvesters in the Pontine Marshes - Louis Leopold Robert

Harvesters in the Pontine Marshes (a quadrangular area of former marshland in the Lazio Region of central Italy, extending along the coast southeast of Rome) - reproduction on a postcard after a painting (now in the Louvre, Paris) by Swiss painter Louis Leopold Robert (1794-1835). Date: circa 1820

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Agricultural Area Harvest Harvester Lazio Leopold Oxen Region Reproduction Wagon Marshland


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Harvesters in the Pontine Marshes

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is a stunning reproduction of a painting by the Swiss artist Louis Leopold Robert, created around 1820. The original work, now housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris, captures the essence of rural life in the Pontine Marshes, a quadrangular area of former marshland in the Lazio Region of central Italy, extending along the coast southeast of Rome. The painting depicts a lively scene of agricultural workers engaged in the harvest. Men and women, dressed in traditional Italian attire, work together in teams, guiding oxen that pull heavy wagons laden with ripe crops. Children watch curiously from the sidelines, adding a sense of warmth and community to the scene. The Pontine Marshes, once notorious for their malaria-infested waters, were drained and reclaimed for agricultural use in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The area's fertile soil and mild climate made it an ideal location for farming, and this painting offers a glimpse into the traditional methods used by the local population to harvest their crops. The use of oxen as a source of power is evident in the painting, with a team of oxen hitched to a wagon, their powerful muscles straining as they pull the heavy load. The oxen's large, expressive eyes convey a sense of intelligence and awareness, adding depth and character to the scene. The painting's rich colors and intricate details bring the scene to life, transporting the viewer to a time when agriculture was a labor-intensive, communal endeavor. The postcard reproduction allows us to appreciate the beauty and history of this painting, making it a treasured addition to any collection.

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