In the Harvest Field. Summer

In the Harvest Field. Summer

Alexey Venetsianov

1820

oil

From the collection of Tretyakov Gallery

About this work

The painting depicts a serene scene of people working in a field during the summer season. In the foreground, a woman sits on the ground, holding a baby in her arms, while another woman sits beside her. The field is filled with people harvesting crops, and the sky above is a light blue with white clouds. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of warmth and tranquility, drawing the viewer into the scene. The people in the field are engaged in their work, but the atmosphere is peaceful and idyllic. This painting is reminiscent of the works of Alexey Venetsianov, who was known for his realistic and detailed depictions of rural life.

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