Peasants Bringing Home a Calf Born in the Fields 1864

"Peasants Bringing Home a Calf Born in the Fields" (1864) by Jean-François Millet depicts a scene of rural life, where a family of farmers brings home a newborn calf in a wheelbarrow. The painting exemplifies Millet's focus on the lives of the working class, showcasing the hardships and simple joys of their existence. The subject matter reflects the artist's fascination with peasant life, and his style, characterized by realism and a sense of dignity, elevates the mundane into a poignant tableau. The scene, rendered in earthy tones and brushstrokes, conveys a sense of tranquility and connection to nature, typical of the Barbizon school of painting.