Jean-Jean neemt afscheid van de mensen om hem heen 1825 - 1829

"Jean-Jean takes leave of the people around him" is a lithograph by Auguste Raffet depicting a poignant scene of farewell. Created between 1825 and 1829, the artwork portrays a young man, Jean-Jean, departing from his village, surrounded by family and friends. The image, framed in an oval, captures the emotion of the moment as Jean-Jean bids farewell to his loved ones. Raffet's keen eye for detail and masterful use of light and shadow bring the scene to life, highlighting the complexities of human emotions. This piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the social customs and everyday life of 19th-century France.