Both of These Paintings Represent Peasants

question 33

Essay

Both of these paintings represent peasants. The artists are from the same country and same century. How do you account for the differences you see in the depictions?

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Definitions:

Sympathy

Feelings of pity or sorrow for someone else's misfortune.

Temperament

Refers to the innate aspects of an individual's personality, such as their tendency towards certain moods or behaviors.

Irritability

A state of being easily annoyed or angered, often a symptom of stress, fatigue, or underlying health issues.

Irregular Rhythms

Abnormal patterns in the sequence of heartbeats, often relating to health issues.