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Plowing Peasant, c.1905. Creator: Willem van Konijnenburg
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Plowing Peasant, c.1905. Creator: Willem van Konijnenburg
Plowing Peasant, c.1905
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Adversity Agricultural Labourer Labourer Plough Ploughing Symbolist Working Animal
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Plowing Peasant," a captivating oil painting by Dutch artist Willem van Konijnenburg, dates back to the early 1900s, around 1905. This evocative work of art showcases the raw beauty and resilience of rural life during this era. The painting depicts a solitary agricultural laborer, dressed in brown and worn clothing, deeply engrossed in his task of plowing the fertile fields. The rich, colorful landscape surrounding him is dotted with other fields, each one waiting to be tended to, symbolizing the endless cycle of toil and productivity that characterized agricultural life during this period. The full-length portrait of the peasant, standing tall against the backdrop of the vast, open fields, exudes a sense of determination and grit. His strong, calloused hands grip the plow handle with an unwavering grip, while the powerful draft animal, harnessed to the plow, looks on with quiet understanding. The use of oil on panel lends a sense of depth and texture to the painting, bringing the scene to life in a way that transcends the two-dimensional plane. This poignant work of art, with its powerful symbolism and evocative use of color, serves as a poignant reminder of the adversity and hardships faced by agricultural laborers during the 20th century. It is a testament to the enduring spirit of the rural population, who, despite the challenges, continued to till the land and provide for their communities. The painting is a valuable addition to the heritage of European art, particularly Dutch regionalism, and can be found in the esteemed Rijksmuseum in the Netherlands.
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