The Marrons march - Fiore de la St. Martin - Pontoise - 1881


size(cm): 60x75
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The work "La Marchande de Marrons - Fiore of St. Martin - Pontoise" by Camille Pissarro, created in 1881, provides a vivid testimony of the approach that the painter gave to the scenes of everyday life through the optics of impressionism. In this work, Pissarro immerses himself in the vibrant atmosphere of an outdoor market, a recurring and beloved theme in his repertoire. The market, full of vitality, becomes the ideal context to explore the interaction between the human figure and the environment.

From a first glance, the composition is organized around the central figure of a woman who sells chestnuts, an element of the culture and tradition of the time. She is located in an open space, probably on the edge of a street, and seems to be in the middle of a conversation or an exchange with their potential buyers. The choice of a seller as the protagonist is significant; It reflects both the rural and urban life of France in the nineteenth century and the growing importance of women in the economic and social field. Its presence adds a sense of warmth and accessibility to the scene, contrasting with the noise and agitation of the city of surrounding it.

The palette used Pissarro is a crucial element for the visual impact of the work. It uses terrious and warm tones, from the golden brown of the chestnuts to the green and blue soft bottom. This use of color not only gives life to the scene, but also causes a sense of harmony that is characteristic of impressionism. The loose and gestural brushstrokes often visible emphasize the transience of the moment, capturing the natural light that is reflected on the surfaces. Variations in color use also contribute to creating a sense of depth and space, offering a rich and almost tactile vision of the scene.

Pissarro, often considered a pioneer of impressionism, uses this style to illustrate the daily life of its surroundings. His focus on market scenes, where the lives of different characters are intertwined, is a reflection of the broader interest that impressionism had for modernity. In "La Marchande de Marrons", the naturalness of the scene is palpable, echoing with the vision of the active life of the France of its time. Although this specific work is not loaded with an explicit narrative, the implicit human interaction and the laborious condition of women offer a subtle but powerful social comment.

Camille Pissarro, throughout his career, approached various themes that revolved around the life of the working class and nature, but "the march of Marrons" stands out for its focus focused on social interaction and the vibrant urban life . The work thus becomes a small universe that encapsulates the essence of its surroundings and the dynamism of human experience. Without a doubt, the work is an excellent example of Pissarro's domain in capturing ephemeral moments over time, a skill that makes it a central figure of the impressionist movement and a chronicler of his time.

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