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Gustave Courbet (1819–1877) was a prominent French painter and sculptor who became one of the leading figures of the Realism movement in 19th-century art. Born in Ornans, France, Courbet studied law before abandoning it to pursue painting, influenced by the landscapes of his native Franche-Comté region. His work rejected the idealized themes of Romanticism and Neoclassicism, instead focusing on unvarnished depictions of everyday life, rural scenes, and working-class subjects.
Courbet’s style emphasized naturalism, with meticulous attention to detail and a preference for bold, earthy tones.
Beyond painting, Courbet was a sculptor and a political activist. He served as president of the jury
Courbet’s influence extended beyond France, inspiring later Realist and Naturalist artists. His commitment to depicting reality