Tyrolean Farmer
Franz von Defregger brings the rugged spirit of the Alps to life in this striking portrait of a Tyrolean farmer. Notice the incredible texture of that wild, white beard and the weathered lines on his face—Defregger was a master at capturing the honest, unpolished beauty of rural peasant life in the 19th century. The bold splash of red against the earthy greens and dark background makes this old-timer look like he has a thousand stories to tell about mountain living. It's a perfect example of Realism, where everyday people were treated with the same dignity as kings and queens.
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- Oil painting
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