Seated Peasant (1892-1896) by Paul Cézanne. Archival Print on Museum Quality Matte Paper. Premium Wood Framed Wall Art. Original Aspect Ratio

Paul Cézanne's "Seated Peasant" (1892-1896) stands as a testament to the artist's revolutionary approach to form and color, marking a pivotal moment in the transition from 19th-century Impressionism to 20th-century modernism. Cézanne, often dubbed the "father of modern art," was born in 1839 in Aix-en-Provence, France. His early life was marked by a struggle between his passion for art and his father's wishes for him to pursue a more conventional career. Eventually, Cézanne moved to Paris, where he mingled with the Impressionists but maintained a distinct approach that set him apart.

In "Seated Peasant," Cézanne employs his signature technique of constructing form through the modulation of color, rather than relying on line. The painting depicts a solitary figure, seated and contemplative, rendered with a palette of earthy tones that evoke the rural Provençal landscape. Cézanne's philosophical approach was to capture the essence of his subjects by breaking them down into geometric shapes, a method that paved the way for Cubism.

The piece exemplifies Cézanne's exploration of the tension between order and chaos, permanence and change. Currently housed in the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, "Seated Peasant" is significant for its innovative use of color and form, influencing countless artists, including Picasso and Matisse, and cementing Cézanne's legacy as a bridge between Impressionism and the burgeoning modern art movement.
Artist Name: Paul Cézanne

Artwork Name: Seated Peasant

Artwork Date: 1892-1896

Artist Nationality: French

Artistic Style or Movement: Post-Impressionism

Genre: Portrait

Period: Late 19th Century

Medium: Oil on canvas

Technique: Brushwork with emphasis on structure and form

Cultural and Geographic Context: France

late 19th century

Thematic or Conceptual Context: Exploration of human figure and form

Artist's Intent and Context: To study the human figure and explore form through color and brushwork

Formal elements and Composition: Use of color modulation

structured brushstrokes

and balanced composition.

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