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L'Hôtel Royal des Invalides, vu de la Grenouillère, between 1701 and 1725. Creator: Francisque Millet
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L'Hôtel Royal des Invalides, vu de la Grenouillère, between 1701 and 1725. Creator: Francisque Millet
L'Hotel Royal des Invalides, vu de la Grenouillere, between 1701 and 1725
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This 18th century painting, titled "L'Hôtel Royal des Invalides, vu de la Grenouillère" by Francisque Millet, invites us to take a moment to appreciate the beauty and tranquility of rural France during the Baroque era. The scene is set in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, with the majestic Hotel National des Invalides, a grand institution for wounded soldiers and veterans, standing proudly in the distance. Three women, dressed in simple clothing, are engaged in their daily laundry chores by the riverbank, their vibrant green laundry flapping gently in the breeze. The lush, green countryside, dotted with trees, provides a picturesque backdrop to their laborious task. The color palette of the painting is dominated by the rich, earthy tones of the natural surroundings, with the distant trees and the Hotel des Invalides adding depth and texture to the scene. Francisque Millet, a French painter, masterfully captures the essence of rural life during this period, with a particular focus on the occupations of the people and their connection to nature. The painting is a testament to the regionalism of the time, with its emphasis on the simple pleasures and daily routines of rural life. This painting is now part of the collection of the Musée Carnavalet in Paris, where it continues to inspire and captivate visitors from around the world. The image of the three laundresses, their laundry spread out on the grass, is a reminder of the enduring beauty and simplicity of rural life, even amidst the grandeur and bustle of the city.
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