
Jean François MilletFrankrig, 1814–1875Må man se det?
Washington, D.C., USA
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1865
The first public showing of “The Angelus”
“The Angelus” was displayed to the public for the first time in 1865; it changed hands several times, increasing only modestly in value, since some considered the artist’s political sympathies suspect.
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Emile Gavet commissions pastels
In 1865 another patron, Emile Gavet, began commissioning pastels for a collection that eventually included 90 works.
1867
A major showing at the 1867 Exposition Universelle
In 1867 the Exposition Universelle hosted a major showing of his work, with “The Gleaners”, “The Angelus” and “Potato Planters” among the paintings exhibited.
1868
Hartmann commissions “Four Seasons” for 25,000 francs
In 1868 Frédéric Hartmann commissioned “Four Seasons” from him for 25,000 francs.
1868 · Udmærkelse
Knight of the Legion of Honour