When first exhibited, the painting Burial at Ornans bored critics, who considered its subject matter unworthy of monumentalizing.

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This is true. Burial at Ornans by Gustave Courbet was first exhibited in 1850 and received criticism for its depiction of a common, everyday scene rather than a grand historical or mythological subject. Its large size and realistic style also challenged the traditional academic style of painting. However, it later became recognized as a groundbreaking work in the development of Realism.

When First Exhibited, the Painting Burial at Ornans Bored Critics