Seated Peasant

Seated Peasant is a Post-impressionism portrait by Paul Cézanne, created in oil on canvas between 1892 and 1896. The work depicts a seated peasant, possibly a worker from Cézanne's family estate, Jas de Bouffan in Aix-en-Provence. Cézanne’s rendering emphasizes form and structure, reflecting his interest in geometric simplification. The composition captures the contemplative mood of the figure, showcasing Cézanne’s mastery in transforming everyday subjects into profound artistic expressions. The painting is part of the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.