Landscape with a couple of peasants

About this work

In this painting, a couple of peasants are walking along a path, with the woman carrying a basket of grass. The man is wearing a dark jacket and hat, while the woman has on a long blue skirt and brown top. They are walking away from a village in the background, which features several buildings and a body of water. The scene is depicted in a realistic style, with attention to detail in the clothing and surroundings of the couple. The use of oil paint adds depth and texture to the image. For more information on the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Eugène Laermans.