1875
oil
panel
From the collection of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
Harvesting Potatoes is a 1875 oil by Henri de Braekeleer, a Impressionism work, held at Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
This painting depicts a serene rural scene, with people engaged in potato harvesting. The scene is set in a field, with a windmill visible in the background. The people are dressed in simple clothing, and the atmosphere appears peaceful. The artist's use of color and light creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene. The brushstrokes are bold and expressive, adding to the overall sense of energy and movement. The painting invites the viewer to step into the tranquil world of rural life, where the rhythms of nature and human labor are intertwined. To explore more of Henri de Braekeleer's work, visit the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
Henri Jean Augustin de Braekeleer (11 June 1840 – 20 July 1888) was a Belgian painter.
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