Publisher's Synopsis
""Millet"" is a biographical account of the life and works of the French painter Jean-Francois Millet, written by Netta Peacock and originally published in 1905. The book traces Millet's journey from his humble beginnings as the son of a peasant farmer to his rise as one of the most celebrated artists of the 19th century. Peacock explores Millet's artistic influences, his struggles with poverty and rejection, and his eventual success as a painter of rural landscapes and scenes of peasant life. The book also delves into Millet's personal life, including his marriage to fellow artist Catherine Lemaire and his friendships with other notable artists of his time. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, ""Millet"" offers readers a comprehensive understanding of the life and legacy of this influential artist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
