The Gleaner
- Artist
- Jules Breton
- Date
- 1900
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Portrait
Jules Breton's The Gleaner, painted in 1854, is an Realism oil-on-canvas artwork that celebrates the dignity of peasant life. The scene depicts a peasant woman gathering leftover grains after the harvest, emphasizing humble labor and rural virtue. Breton’s detailed and idealized portrayal reflects an appreciation for the simplicity and resilience of agrarian workers. The painting is held in the National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin. Though it captures the essence of portrait of rural life, Breton’s emphasis on realism elevates everyday scenes to artistic significance, blending truth with a nostalgic idealization.
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