Peasant Lifting Potatoes
- Artist
- Vincent van Gogh
- Date
- 1885 ; Nunen \/ Nuenen , Netherlands
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Sketch and study
- Location
- Van Gogh Museum
"Peasant Lifting Potatoes," painted in 1885 by Vincent van Gogh in Nuenen, Netherlands, exemplifies his early exploration of Realism. The work captures a humble rural scene, depicting a peasant lifting potatoes, highlighting Van Gogh's focus on everyday life and manual labor. Created as a Sketch and study on paper, this piece showcases Van Gogh's attention to naturalistic detail and his interest in the working-class. The earthy tones and simple composition reflect his commitment to portraying authentic, honest moments of rural existence.
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