Young Gleaner carrying a wreath 1897

"Young Gleaner carrying a wreath" is a pencil drawing by French Realist artist Jules Breton, created in 1897. This delicate artwork depicts a young woman, likely a peasant girl, carrying a bundle of wheat stalks. The drawing highlights the simplicity and hard work of rural life in a realistic and sensitive manner, characteristic of Breton's style. The detail of the young woman's clothing and the way she holds the bundle of wheat are evidence of Breton's dedication to capturing the beauty of everyday labor. This drawing showcases a pivotal theme in Breton's oeuvre: the dignity of labor in rural life.