Peasant Woman with Shawl over her Head, Seen from the Side 2

Peasant Woman with Shawl over her Head, Seen from the Side 2 by Vincent van Gogh
Artist
Vincent van Gogh
Date
1885 ; Nunen \/ Nuenen , Netherlands
Style
Realism
Genre
Sketch and study
Location
Kröller-Müller Museum
"Peasant Woman with Shawl over her Head, Seen from the Side 2" is a notable sketch and study by Vincent van Gogh that exemplifies his dedication to capturing rural life often associated with Realism. Created on paper, this drawing reveals van Gogh's keen observation of everyday peasants, emphasizing their humble dignity. The work's gestural lines, perhaps made with chalk or similar media, focus on the figure’s profile, highlighting textures and movement. Dating from his earlier years, its place in van Gogh's list of drawings reflects his evolving style and intense study of rural subjects.

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