Artwork
Old Farmer with a Hat
Old Farmer with a Hat is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Wilhelm Leibl. It dates from 1876 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Old Farmer with a Hat is a late 19th-century etching by Wilhelm Leibl, dated circa 1876, currently in the collection of the National Gallery of Art in Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The etching portrays an elderly farmer, distinguished by his weathered face, averted gaze, and simple attire, emphasizing the quiet dignity of everyday life through realistic depiction.
Technique & Style
Leibl employed a range of etching techniques to achieve textured depth, contrasting the rough, aged skin with the smoother elements like the hat, exemplifying Realist principles.
History & Provenance
Created around 1876, the work is now part of the National Gallery of Art's collection in Washington, D.C., though specific acquisition details are not provided here.
Context
This piece aligns with the Realism movement, which sought to truthfully represent common people and their lives without romanticization, reflecting the artist's interest in mundane, authentic subjects.
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