The Sower
- Artist
- Jean-Francois Millet
- Date
- c.1865 ; France
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Genre painting
- Location
- Walters Art Museum
"�The Sower� is an 1850 oil painting by French artist Jean-François Millet, exemplifying his mastery of Realism. Depicting a farmer casting seeds across a vast field, it exemplifies genre painting by capturing everyday rural labor. Millet’s work often emphasizes humble subjects and the hardships of peasantry. The painting’s earthy tones and textured brushwork evoke a sense of sincerity and connection to nature. Although primarily an oil piece, Millet also experimented with Pastel and Crayon techniques on Paper, highlighting his versatility. The work has been housed since 1917 at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston."
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