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The Little Farmer (The Little Hunter)
The Little Farmer (The Little Hunter) is an oil painting by the Biedermeier artist Wilhelm von Kaulbach. It dates from 1843 and is held in the collection of the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
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Overview
The Little Farmer (The Little Hunter) is an oil painting created by Wilhelm von Kaulbach in 1843. It is a representative work of the Biedermeier movement, characterized by its focus on everyday life and domestic scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a young boy standing in a forest, dressed in casual attire and holding a rifle. His serious expression and direct gaze engage the viewer, while the dark background emphasizes his figure.
Technique & Style
Kaulbach's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing attention to the boy's face and figure. The contrast between light and dark areas adds to the overall effect of the painting.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Kunsthistorisches Museum's collection. Created by a German painter associated with the Düsseldorf school, it reflects the artistic influences of the time.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Wilhelm von Kaulbach (15 October 1805 – 7 April 1874) was a German painter, noted mainly as a muralist, but also as a book illustrator. His murals decorate buildings in Munich. He is associated with the Düsseldorf school of painting.
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