The Ploughman
1827
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1827
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This image depicts a man ploughing a field with two horses. The scene is set in a rural landscape, with trees and foliage surrounding the ploughman. The man is dressed in simple clothing, and the horses are depicted in a naturalistic style. In the background, there are figures that appear to be mythological or allegorical. The overall mood of the image is one of serenity and harmony with nature. The use of earthy tones and the depiction of the ploughman at work creates a sense of rustic simplicity. The image is a print, created by Edward Calvert in the Romantic style. To learn more about this style, explore the movement: Romanticism.
