Untitled

Untitled

Henri Rivière

1891

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From the collection of Museum of Modern Art

About this work

In this woodcut, a group of people in dark attire and white head coverings are walking along a dirt path. They are carrying bundles and umbrellas, and some are wearing long coats. In the foreground, a large pile of hay sits to the right of the path. The background features a grassy field with trees in the distance, under a gray sky. The scene is rendered in muted colors, with the figures and hay standing out against the softer tones of the landscape. The overall effect is one of quiet activity, with the group moving purposefully along the path. This woodcut is reminiscent of the work of artists associated with the Impressionism and Realism movements.

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