The Reaper

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This bronze statue by Constantin Meunier is a vital component of Meunier's ambitious yet unfinished artistic project, the "Glorification of Labour". This project aimed to depict numerous "types" from various occupations that people engaged in to make a living. The scene portrays reaping in the fields during summer, an arduous and meticulous task. Meunier's representation is rooted in realism, reflecting his commitment to accurately portraying the daily life of the emerging working class.