Who painted Farmers and Fisherman Working?

Farmers and Fisherman Working was painted by Francesco Guardi in 1750.

Where can I see Farmers and Fisherman Working?

Farmers and Fisherman Working is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Farmers and Fisherman Working?

Farmers and Fisherman Working is associated with Baroque.

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Artwork

Farmers and Fisherman Working

Francesco Guardi , 1750

Farmers and Fisherman Working is a drawing by the Baroque artist Francesco Guardi. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1953.261
Credit line: Dudley P. Allen Fund

About this work

Overview

Francesco Guardi's 'Farmers and Fisherman Working' is a drawing created in 1750, exemplifying his evolving style as a Venetian artist. It showcases laborers engaged in everyday tasks.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts two figures working in a field with simple tools, conveying a sense of hard labor through their posture. The scene captures a moment of daily Venetian life, focusing on the movement and activity of the workers.

Technique & Style

Executed in a quick and rough manner, the drawing features minimal detail, with the figures and their actions emerging from simple lines and postures. The plain background emphasizes the workers, highlighting Guardi's expressive approach.

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Artist & collection

Artist

Francesco Guardi

Francesco Lazzaro Guardi (Italian pronunciation:; 5 October 1712 – 1 January 1793) was an Italian painter, nobleman, and a member of the Venetian School.