Artwork
Two Washerwomen Crossing a Small Park in Paris
Two Washerwomen Crossing a Small Park in Paris is an unspecified painting by the Post-Impressionist artist Jean-François Raffaëlli. It dates from 1896 and is held in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago.
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Overview
Two Washerwomen Crossing a Small Park in Paris is a 1896 painting by French artist Jean-François Raffaëlli, known for his work across multiple mediums including painting, sculpture, and printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The painting captures an everyday urban scene, depicting two washerwomen walking through a quiet Parisian park, carrying baskets, and dressed in attire typical of their profession, highlighting the labor of working-class women.
Technique & Style
Raffaëlli's use of muted colors and soft brushstrokes conveys a sense of serenity, characteristic of his focus on everyday life and ordinary people, aligning with his realist practice and post-Impressionist period.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Art Institute of Chicago's collection, exemplifying Raffaëlli's broader practice of social observation through art.
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Artist
Jean-François Raffaëlli (April 20, 1850 – February 11, 1924) was a French realist painter, sculptor, and printmaker who exhibited with the Impressionists. He was also active as an actor and writer.
