Episode 580
The provided text is an excerpt from a Wikipedia article focusing on the life and work of the French painter Jean-François Millet (1814–1875). It identifies Millet as a co-founder of the Barbizon school and a key figure in the Realism art movement, especially noted for his depictions of peasant farmers and later, pure landscapes. The source offers a biographical overview detailing his early life in Normandy, his studies in Cherbourg and Paris, his personal life, and his move to Barbizon in 1849 where he created his most famous works, The Gleaners and The Angelus. Finally, the text explores his legacy and influence on artists like Vincent van Gogh and Salvador Dalí, noting his continued cultural relevance in literature and exhibitions.
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