"Jules Bastien-Lepage and his art: a memoir" by André Theuriet, recounts the life and artistic evolution of the painter Jules Bastien-Lepage, painting a picture of his influences, hardships, and impact on the art world. The memoir highlights the spirit of a new artistic movement, spotlighting realism along with the elegance found in regular life. The story starts with Bastien-Lepage’s early days in Damvillers in 1848, detailing his upbringing on a farm and showing how his love for drawing and his father's support shaped his path. Overcoming challenges like money issues and family hopes, the narrative follows Bastien-Lepage as he journeys to Paris to study art. Theuriet sets the scene by revealing the circumstances that molded Bastien-Lepage's personality and art, getting ready for a dive into his works and impact.

Jules Bastien-Lepage and his art : $b a memoir
By André Theuriet
From a humble farm to the grand art studios of Paris, discover how one painter defied expectations to capture the beauty of everyday life.
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About the AuthorClaude Adhémar André Theuriet was a 19th-century French poet and novelist.
Claude Adhémar André Theuriet was a 19th-century French poet and novelist.
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