Millet's Realism and His Depiction of the Peasantry

Jean-Francois Millet's artwork is characterized by his depiction of the peasantry in realistically rendered environments.

Much has been written about Millet's success or failure to convey the suffering of the peasantry- however, understanding Millet's devotion to depicting what "could be seen" in the natural world makes clear his dedication to portraying the struggles of the peasant class.