1872
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Making Hay is a 1872 ink by American 19th Century, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This wood engraving shows three people working in a field. One man stands holding a long tool, another sits on a stump reading, and a woman watches nearby. Tall grass sways around them, and a distant figure bends over in the background. The sky is soft and hazy, blending into the trees. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, making the scene feel detailed yet simple. This style was common in 19th-century prints. Look up engraving to see how artists like this carved images into wood.
This artist painted everyday American life in the 1800s. Look at *Farmhouse in Mahantango Valley*—a quiet, sunlit scene of rural Pennsylvania. *Boy and Girl* shows two children standing close, their faces turned toward…
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