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Copyright This work is in the public domain. Eugène Anatole Carrière died in 1906; copyright lasts 70 years after the artist’s death, so it ended in 1976.
In context
Winding Wool (Les Dévideuses) — Eugène Anatole Carrière
The original measures 60 × 73 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.
Shaded: the lifetime of Eugène Anatole Carrière (1849–1906) ▲ this work, 1887
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Artist and museum
Born in Gournay-sur-Marne, France
eugène anatole carrière, a renowned french symbolist artist, was born on january 16, 1849, in gournay-sur-marne, seine-saint-denis. he studied at the école des beaux-arts in paris and later under cabanel, laying the foundation for his future artistic endeavors.
carrière's paintings are best known for their distinctive brown monochrome palette, which has been a subject of fascination for many art enthusiasts. his work was influenced by the art of peter paul rubens, which he was exposed to during his time as a prisoner in dresden. this influence is evident in the glowing colors of his early paintings. *the young mother (1879)*, one of carrière's earliest notable works, is now housed at the musée des beaux-arts de rouen. this piece marked the beginning of his domestic life themes, which would become a hallmark of his artistic style.
the sick child (montargis) **the first communion (toulon)* *portrait of louis-henri devillez (1887)*, a highly praised work showcasing carrière's skill in capturing the essence of his subjects. these works, among others, have been exhibited at the société nationale des beaux-arts, which carrière helped establish. his contributions to the art world extend beyond his paintings, as he also played an influential role as an art teacher at académie de la palette.
carrière's monochrome style has been seen in the works of pablo picasso, particularly during his blue period. this influence is a testament to carrière's lasting impact on modern art.
view more of carrière's works at AllPaintingsStore.com/eugène anatole carrière
explore the musée des beaux-arts de rouen, which houses some of carrière's early pieces, at discovering the musée des beaux-arts de carcassonne (france)
learn more about symbolism and its influence on art at the symbolism art movement
**carrière's legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike, a true pioneer of french symbolism.**
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Winding Wool (Les Dévideuses) — Eugène Anatole Carrière
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