The Coast at Gréville by Jean-François Millet
Description: The Coast at Gréville is a painting by Jean-François Millet, created in 1860. This artwork depicts a rugged coastal landscape near Gréville, a village in Normandy, France. Millet’s composition captures the dramatic and raw beauty of the coast, emphasizing the harshness of the natural environment and the dynamic interaction between land and sea. The painting is notable for its realistic portrayal of the coastline and the natural elements that define it.
Jean-François Millet, a prominent French painter associated with the Barbizon School, was known for his depictions of rural and natural scenes. His work often focused on the lives of peasants and the landscapes they inhabited. Millet's style is characterized by its emphasis on realism and its concern with the hardships of rural life. The Coast at Gréville reflects his skill in capturing the essence of natural landscapes and his ability to convey the power and majesty of nature.
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Location and Date Created: 1860.
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Medium: Oil on canvas.
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Full Artwork Name: The Coast at Gréville.
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Artwork Style: Barbizon School, Realism.
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Subject/Topic: The rugged coastal landscape of Gréville, Normandy, focusing on the dramatic interaction between land and sea.
